«In short, we do not find any evidence that chins are tied to mechanical function and in some cases we find that chins are worse at
resisting mechanical forces as we grow,» says Holton, assistant professor and anthropologist in the Department of Orthodontics at the UI College of Dentistry.
Not exact matches
This suggests that actin's
mechanical properties are finely tuned to
resist the
force of gravity but also allow flexibility and rigidity of the cell nucleus to support life.
Once the lens is properly anchored, two locking
mechanical engagement points hold it into place, helping it
resist exterior
forces and rotation.