Chapter 7 : The Removal, Reconstruction And Conservation Of The Gua Gunung Runtuh Skeleton: A Practical Guide.

Bone consists of collagen, a proteinous (organic) substance, and a mineral, principally a form of calcium phosphate, called apatite, together with water. The bones in a body have different functions and this difference is reflected in the degree of mineralisation.

Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Chia, Stephen, Ming Soon, Sam, Teng Wah
Other Authors: Majid, Zuraina
Format: Book Section
Language:English
Published: Department of Museums And Antiquity Malaysia 1994
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Online Access:http://eprints.usm.my/7743/1/The_removal_reconstruction_and_conservation_of_the_gua_Gunung_Runtuh_skeleton_a_practical_guide.pdf