1. Are there any external resources used?
Answer: Yes
2. Is the intent to mimic the lost part directly?
Answer: Yes
2) Prosthetics
Mammals are known for having accidents and some times they can be so serious that they lose an arm, leg, or hand. Unfortunately reconnecting one of those missing parts and regeneration of body parts has not been completely investigated to where they are viable options. The next choice is to get a prosthetic limb. A prosthetic is a device designed out of variable materials to replace the missing body part (Vorvick). The prosthetic device is attached to the stump of the lost limb by a suspension system. The suspension system usually uses harnesses, straps, belts, or sleeves to fit on the stump (Clements). Although they can also use a suction mechanism to attach the prosthetic which helps it fit more comfortably and stay on tight.
Vorvick, Linda J. “Prosthesis.” Medline Plus. U.S. National Library of Medicine, 21 Jan. 2013. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002286.htm
Clements, Isaac Perry. “How Prosthetic Limbs Work.” Modern Prosthetic Limbs. HowStuffWorks.com, 2014. Web. 12 Jan. 2015.
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