Calcite, the material making up fossilized eggshells, may preserve amino acids better than bone.
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It’s still not known exactly how female birds produce such colourful and intricately-patterned eggs. But we do have some theories about the survival advantage this provides.
Climate is the most important driver of the colour and brightness of birds’ eggs.
Bioengineers who are trying to grow replacement human tissues and organs are at the forefront of biomedicine. But you may be surprised by some of the materials they are using for this endeavor.
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