Structural Organisation In Animals Question 125
Question: The percentage of inorganic and organic salts in the matrix of a bone is
Options:
A) 40% inorganic, 60% organic
B) 62% inorganic, 38% organic
C) 80% inorganic, 20% organic
D) 85% inorganic, 15% organic
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
The mineral salt (inorganic salt) compose 62% of the weight of bone.
The organic phase comprising collagenous fibers make up the remaining 38%.
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