Scientists discover the world’s strongest teeth

UK scientists have discovered nature’s newest strongest material - in a sea snail. In a study to be published in the Journal of the Royal Society Interface, researchers have revealed that the teeth of “limpets”, a type of sea snail, are the strongest biological material on Earth, overtaking the previous record holder – spider silk.

The lead author said that understanding the structure and mechanics of limpet teeth could be used to build better planes, boats and dental fillings.