The hardness of bone is due to the deposition of
Correct answer: A. salts of calcium, such as calcium phosphate
- A. salts of calcium, such as calcium phosphate
- B. silica particles
- C. sodium chloride crystals
- D. chitin fibres
Explanation
Bone combines a flexible framework of collagen with hard calcium salts, giving both strength and a little spring. Without the mineral component bone would bend, and without collagen it would shatter, which is why both parts matter.
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