The Extracellular Matrix of Bone

question 90

Multiple Choice

The extracellular matrix of bone

• A) contains collagen and minerals.
• B) has a high proportion of calcium phosphate crystals (hydroxyapatite).
• C) is entirely composed of proteoglycans.
• D) contains collagen and minerals and has a high proportion of calcium phosphate crystals (hydroxyapatite) are correct.
• E) has a high proportion of calcium phosphate crystals (hydroxyapatite) and is entirely composed of proteoglycans are correct.

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