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During an experiment, equal forces are applied to a bone and a cartilage sample. The cartilage bends while the bone remains rigid. The difference is mainly due to the:

A. Presence of collagen only in cartilage
B. Greater mineral content of bone
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C. Presence of osteocytes in cartilage
D. Absence of matrix in cartilage

📝 Explanation

Correct: Bone contains abundant calcium salts that provide rigidity. A: Both tissues contain collagen. C: Osteocytes are bone cells. D: Cartilage has a well-developed matrix. Concept: Mechanical properties of bone and cartilage.

📖 Additional Information

  • Presence of collagen only in cartilage
  • Greater mineral content of bone
  • Presence of osteocytes in cartilage
  • Absence of matrix in cartilage

Correct: Bone contains abundant calcium salts that provide rigidity. A: Both tissues contain collagen. C: Osteocytes are bone cells. D: Cartilage has a well-developed matrix. Concept: Mechanical properties of bone and cartilage.

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