ron oxide biomineralization in the radula teeth of the limpet
            <i>Patella vulgata</i>
            ; Mössbauer spectroscopy and high resolution transmission electron microscopy studies

Pierre, T.G. St; Mann, Stephen; Webb, James L. A.; Dickson, D.P.E.; Runham, N. W.; Williams, R. J. P.

doi:10.1098/rspb.1986.0038

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“…Indeed, the presence of stoichiometric, well-ordered crystals in this region, in contrast with the superparamagnetic, poorly ordered microcrystals located within the tooth base, has been noted previously St Pierre et al 1986). In contrast, in both species both the deposition and mineralisation of silica occur much later in tooth development, possibly reflecting the less-ordered structure of the 'scrolls' formed .…”

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Liddiard¹,

Hockridge²,

Macey³

et al. 2004

Molluscan Res.

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The sequence and ultimate pattern of mineralisation in the major lateral radula teeth of two species of limpet, namely Patelloida alticostata and Scutellastra laticostata (Mollusca:Patellogastropoda), have been elucidated using energy dispersive, Raman and infrared spectroscopies. In both species, iron is the first element infiltrated into the teeth and, in the form of goethite, occupies the posterior cutting surface of the tooth cusps, whereas silica mineralises the rest of the tooth. The first onset of mineralisation, as judged by the initial influx of iron, occurs in the junction zone, the region separating the tooth cusp from the tooth base. Although differences between the two species do exist, the general pattern of tooth mineralisation is very similar, suggesting that the mineralisation of iron and silica is a very ancient character, both in this group and among molluscs as a whole.

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Liddiard¹,

Hockridge²,

Macey³

et al. 2004

Molluscan Res.

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Section: Structure and Function Of Limpet Radular Teethmentioning

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“…[101b,125b,127, 133] Thet ooth base was found to contain microcrystalline (superparamagnetic) and poorly ordered goethite,w hereas the cusp contains acicular goethite crystals. [133] These acicular crystals are oriented along the fibers and are smaller in the leading part and larger in the trailing part. [101b] While knowledge about the spatial distribution of mineral phases inside limpet teeth remains elusive,some information concerning the spatially resolved elemental composition has .…”

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“…Several studies have not revealed any presence of ferritin cores within limpet teeth. [105,128,133] Occasionally ferritin cores were observed adjacent to the tooth, but never inside. [105] Similar observations were made in chitons,w here it was suggested that ferritin cores must be dissolved prior to transportation across the cell membrane into the tooth.…”

Section: Biomineralization Of Iron Oxidementioning

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From Bacteria to Mollusks: The Principles Underlying the Biomineralization of Iron Oxide Materials

2015

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Various organisms possess a genetic program that enables the controlled formation of a mineral, a process termed biomineralization. The variety of biological material architectures is mind-boggling and arises from the ability of organisms to exert control over crystal nucleation and growth. The structure and composition of biominerals equip biomineralizing organisms with properties and functionalities that abiotically formed materials, made of the same mineral, usually lack. Therefore, elucidating the mechanisms underlying biomineralization and morphogenesis is of interdisciplinary interest to extract design principles that will enable the biomimetic formation of functional materials with similar capabilities. Herein, we summarize what is known about iron oxides formed by bacteria and mollusks for their magnetic and mechanical properties. We describe the chemical and biological machineries that are involved in controlling mineral precipitation and organization and show how these organisms are able to form highly complex structures under physiological conditions.

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“…Iron biominerals are extracellular or intracellular deposits in a variety of organisms including bacteria (Blakemore, 1975), algae (Torres De Araujo et al, 1985), chitons (Lowenstam, 1962;1967), limpets St Pierre et al, 1986), tunas (Walker et al, 1984), salmons (Kirschvink et al, 1985;Mann et al, 1988), turtles (Perry et al, 1985), human beings (Kirschvink et al, 1992) and rainbow trouts (Diebel et al, 2000). The known iron biominerals are magnetite (Fe3O4), ferrihydrite (5Fe2O3.9H2O), gothite (a-FeOOH), lepidocrocite (c-FeOOH) and amorphous ferric oxides (Mann, 1987).…”

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The processes of iron deposition in the common hornet (vespa affinis)

Hsu

2004

Biology of the Cell

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Among insects, only honeybees and bumblebees deposit iron biominerals intracellularly. Although hornet's behaviour is affected by the magnetic field and their abdomen has magnetic remanence, it is not known whether hornets (Vespa affınis) deposit iron biominerals and whether the process of iron deposition in hornets is the same as that of honeybees and bumblebees. Transmission electron microscopy and atomic emission spectroscopy were employed to study intracellular iron deposition in hornets. Iron deposition began on day 2 after eclosion. Primary iron-granules (IGs) are first formed in primary iron deposition vesicles (IDVs) by the aggregation of tiny dense particles. Primary IDVs are double membrane vesicles that seem to derive from endoplasmic reticulum (ER). Primary IGs enlarged continuously into IGs by the aggregation of tiny dense particles till day 5 after eclosion. Next, IGs and IDVs fused to enlarge on day 7. Between days 10 and 17 IGs enlarged continuously in size by the aggregation of tiny dense particles. The cloudy area beneath the inner membrane of IDVs plays an important role in the formation of the tiny dense particles. IGs became mature on day 25 and left a small space, about 10nm in width, between IGs and the outer membrane of IDVs. IDVs including IGs are randomly distributed within the cytoplasm of trophocytes beneath the cuticle of hornets. Elemental composition analysis indicates that IGs are mainly comprised of iron, phosphorus and minor amounts of calcium.

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ron oxide biomineralization in the radula teeth of the limpet Patella vulgata ; Mössbauer spectroscopy and high resolution transmission electron microscopy studies

Cited by 27 publications

References 14 publications

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The processes of iron deposition in the common hornet (vespa affinis)

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