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Titanium ( and Titanium alloys) have a number of advantages over steel for use in medical applications, specifically hips.
The first is their modulus of elasticity (how flexible they are). Titanium is closer to the flexibility of bone, which helps it share the load with the bone. Steel is stiffer, and takes the load off the bone (so called stress shielding), without this, the bones thinks it is not needed and resorbs (like astronauts).
The second, is the biocompatability of the material. Bone can grow right up to titanium, and can bond onto the surface. With steel, the body forms a fibrous capsule round the implant, which makes a weaker interface (and can loosen). However, it can be used with 'bone cement' which acts as a grout between the bone and implant.
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Are stainless steel ovens any better than non stainless steel?
No, an oven being stainless steel does not make it work better than a non stainless steel version.
Why does a saucepan with a copper bottom work better than a saucepan made of steel?
Copper is a better conductor of heat than steel.
Why is aluminium better for cars than steel?
One useful characteristic is that it is a lot lighter than steel.
Is steel better conductor than human body?
Yes, steel has a much lower resistance than the human body therefore it will conduct better.
Does iron conduct electricity better than better than steel?
Yes, pure iron generally conducts electricity better than steel because steel is an alloy that contains iron and carbon. The carbon in steel can reduce its electrical conductivity compared to pure iron.
How steel conduct more heat than copper?
That is NOT correct. Copper conducts heat better than steel.
Is 18 gauge steel better than 16 gauge steel?
Depends on what you are using if for.
Is US steel better than England steel?
I think I'm not 100% sure.
What is better the bronze age or the steel age?
The bronze age was better than the steel age because they had better weapons better sheilds and better warriors like the Spartans
Is a steel garage better then a wood garage?
I think a steel garage is better than a wood garage because wood can rot and steel can't. Steel is a more reliable choice.
Is biological warfare better than steel?
No, it isn't
Is aluminium better than steel to conduct electricity?
Aluminum is not as good a conductor of electricity as copper or silver, but it is better than steel. Aluminum's conductivity is around 61% that of copper, whereas steel's conductivity is much lower. Therefore, aluminum is a more suitable choice than steel for conducting electricity, especially in certain applications where weight and cost are considerations.
