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QUESTIONS
1. (a) What are the three most common implant alloys
used in structural applications? For each one, state
which element in the alloy is chosen to enhance
2. Consider a situation in which a 316L stainless steel
fracture fixation plate has been used to treat a tibial
fracture. Discuss the possible mechanisms of corrosion
CHATPER II.4.4
Degradative Effects of the Biological
Environment on Metals and Ceramics
