BE 556 BONE

Bone is a very important multifunctional material that provides structural support for our bodies in its role as a hard tissue. Bone also has a number of other physiological roles such as calcium, phosphate, and mineral storage. While the biological role of bone is important, bone has also served as a source of inspiration for a number of aspects of our society including tool development, archaeology, and art. This class will focus on key aspects of bone and how it contributes to the development of our society.

Credits

3

Cross Listed Courses

BE 456 & BE 556