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Tanya Hannebohn
on Oct 22, 2024Verified
The proportion of collagen to hydroxyapatite in bone determines the
A) thickness of the bone.
B) length of the bone.
C) strength of the bone.
D) ability of the bone to heal.
E) growth rate of bone.
Hydroxyapatite
Mineral with the empiric formula 3 Ca3(PO4)2 ∙ Ca(OH)2; the main mineral of bone and teeth.
Collagen
A protein that is the primary structural component of connective tissues in animals and the most abundant protein in mammals.
- Gain insight into the constitution and properties of bone matrix and cartilage.
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Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the constitution and properties of bone matrix and cartilage.
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