How Would the Compressive Strength of a Bone Be Affected

question 57

Multiple Choice

How would the compressive strength of a bone be affected if the ratio of collagen to hydroxyapatite increased?

• A)The compressive strength would decrease and the bone would become more flexible.
• B)The compressive strength would decrease and the bone would become less flexible.
• C)The compressive strength would increase and the bone would become more flexible.
• D)The compressive strength would increase and the bone would become less flexible.
• E)The compressive strength would not change but the bone would become more flexible.

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