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Mineralization of bone matrix makes it appropriately stiff and strong to fulfil its primary roles. The physical nature of its primary functions means that the mechanical properties of bone as a material (tissue) and structure (whole bone) are critical. A vast body of literature documents the mechanical properties of bone from many different species. The degree of matrix mineralization, variation in matrix organization (microstructure), porosity and orientation of collagen fibres within the matrix all significantly influence the strength, stiffness and toughness of bone. A brief review of mechanical terminology follows to assist readers less familiar with these terms to understand the concepts that follow.

Figure 2.11 Graphical and schematic illustrations of the relationship between stress imposed on an object by a tensile load and deformation of the object.