Horns, Scales, Beaks: The Versatility of Keratin

Chemical Education

Authors

  • Catherine E. Housecroft Univ. Basel

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.2533/chimia.2022.262

Keywords:

Chemical education, Keratin, Wildlife conservation

Abstract

The structures of α- and β-keratins and their roles in nature are introduced, along with how demand for keratin-based products impacts on pangolin and rhinoceros conservation.

CHIMIA Vol. 76 No. 3 (2022): Empa - Material Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future

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Published

2022-03-30

Issue

Vol. 76 No. 3 (2022): Empa - Material Science and Technology for a Sustainable Future

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Columns, Conference Reports

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How to Cite

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C. E. Housecroft, Chimia 2022, 76, 262, DOI: 10.2533/chimia.2022.262.