Exploring Biomaterials
Grade 12th Grade · Science · 45 min· 7.ets1.1
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can describe what biomaterials are and how they're used to solve problems in medicine and engineering.
Warm-Up Video
Materials Science - a Chalmers Area of Advance · 5:02
Biomaterials
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Biomaterials are special because they are accepted by the body which helps to avoid complications when implanted.
- 2
Scientists are developing advanced biomaterials that are made to become permanently integrated with body tissues through a process called osseointegration.
- 3
3D printing is being used to create patient-specific implants and even print body parts by building a scaffolding for cells to grow.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“1. What biomaterials are? 2. Give one example of how they are used in medicine to solve a problem. ”
Teacher Guide
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