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Mechanical properties of trabecular and cortical bone compared to 45S5 BG composition. Data from [100].
| Material Property | Trabecular Bone | Cortical Bone | 45S5 Bioglass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compressive strength (MPa) | 0.1–16 | 130–200 | 500 |
| Tensile strength (MPa) | n.a. | 50–151 | 42 |
| Compressive elastic modulus (GPa) | 0.12–1.1 | 11.5–17 | n.a. |
| Young’s modulus (GPa) | 0.05–0.5 | 7–30 | 35 |
| Fracture toughness (MPa·m1/2) | n.a. | 2–12 | 0.7–1.1 |
