10551
Accession Number
25877
Title Of Article Chaper
Replication technique for studying microstructure in fossil enamel
Title Of Journal Book
Scanning microscopy
Volume
1
Issue
2
Pages
663-669
Collation
9 figures, 19 refs.
Publisher
Scanning Microscopy International
Publisher City
Chicago (AMF O'Hare)
ISSN
0891-7035
Language Of Text
English
Literature Type
Serial
Literature Level
Analytic
Abstract
A two stage impression technique using a silicone elastomer for field replication studies is described. The method has application where high dimensional stability, defined resolution, and the capability of reproducing inaccessible details are required. A test object consisting of etched pearlite possessed fine detail (> 1 micrometer to < 0.1 micrometer) which was suitable for testing negative/positive replication combinations. Coltene President light-body impression material was capable of resolving parallel side depressions of widths >= 0.2 micrometers, and it possesses very good dimensional stability with time allowing the production of positive casts to be deferred for several months. Low viscosity Spurr resin reproduced this detail and flowed into inaccessible sites. Although there was evidence of bulk contraction on curing, there was no significant shrinkage on flat (linear) surfaces or in vertical relief dimensions. Replicas of fractured hominid teeth showed good surface detail and reproduction of inaccessible three dimensional features on enamel surfaces. Enamel prism shape was pattern 3. -- AATA
Keywords
hominid teeth;fossil enamel;microstructure;replication technique AATA
pub_id
10551