Calcium phosphate

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Calcium phosphate is made up of Calcium and Phosphorus. It can exist in many different forms, depending on its surrounding conditions.

Calcium phosphate is necessary for humans to strengthen bones and teeth. The form of calcium phosphate used by the human body is called hydroxyapatite.

Caclium phosphate's reaction to temperature is different to many other compounds as its solubility level decreases as temperature increases.

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