Textbook Question
Mark the following statements about bone tissue as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
b. The inorganic matrix of bone is solely responsible for the strength of bone tissue.
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Ch. 6 Bones and Bone Tissue
Amerman2nd EditionHuman Anatomy & PhysiologyISBN: 9780136873822
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Table of contents
- Ch. 1 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology26
- Ch. 2 The Chemistry of Life38
- Ch. 3 The Cell55
- Ch. 4 Histology47
- Ch. 5 The Integumentary System30
- Ch. 6 Bones and Bone Tissue36
- Ch. 7 The Skeletal System40
- Ch. 8 Articulations19
- Ch. 9 The Muscular System36
- Ch. 10 Muscle Tissue and Physiology29
- Ch. 11 Introduction to the Nervous System and Nervous Tissue28
- Ch. 12 The Central Nervous System42
- Ch. 13 The Peripheral Nervous System41
- Ch. 14 The Autonomous Nervous System and Homeostasis31
- Ch. 15 The Special Senses39
- Ch. 16 The Endocrine System42
- Ch. 17 The Cardiovascular System I: The Heart30
- Ch. 18 The Cardiovascular System II: The Blood Vessels43
- Ch. 19 Blood32
- Ch. 20 The Lymphatic System and Immunity45
- Ch. 21 The Respiratory System27
- Ch. 22 The Digestive System27
- Ch. 23 Nutrition and Metabolism7
- Ch. 24 The Urinary System39
- Ch. 25 Fluids, Electrolytes, and Acid-Base Homeostasis39
- Ch. 26 The Reproductive System10
- Ch. 27 Development and Heredity5
Chapter 6, Problem 4a
Mark the following statements about bone tissue as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
a. The primary mineral in the inorganic matrix is hydroxyapatite.
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Step 1: Understand the composition of bone tissue. Bone tissue is composed of an organic matrix (primarily collagen fibers) and an inorganic matrix (primarily mineral salts). The inorganic matrix provides strength and rigidity to the bone.
Step 2: Recall the primary mineral in the inorganic matrix. The main mineral in the inorganic matrix of bone is hydroxyapatite, which is a crystalline structure made of calcium and phosphate ions.
Step 3: Evaluate the statement provided. The statement says, 'The primary mineral in the inorganic matrix is hydroxyapatite.' Based on the information above, this statement is true.
Step 4: If the statement were false, you would need to correct it. For example, if the statement incorrectly identified the primary mineral, you would replace it with 'hydroxyapatite' to make it accurate.
Step 5: Conclude that the statement is true as written, and no correction is necessary in this case.
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Bone Tissue Composition
Bone tissue is composed of both organic and inorganic components. The organic matrix primarily consists of collagen fibers, which provide tensile strength, while the inorganic matrix is mainly made up of minerals, predominantly hydroxyapatite, which gives bone its hardness and rigidity.
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Hydroxyapatite
Hydroxyapatite is a naturally occurring mineral form of calcium apatite, represented by the chemical formula Ca10(PO4)6(OH)2. It is the primary mineral found in the inorganic matrix of bone tissue, contributing to its strength and structural integrity, and plays a crucial role in bone mineralization.
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Bone Tissue Function
Bone tissue serves several essential functions, including providing structural support, facilitating movement by serving as attachment points for muscles, protecting vital organs, and storing minerals such as calcium and phosphorus. Additionally, bone tissue houses bone marrow, which is involved in blood cell production.
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Mark the following statements about bone tissue as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
c. Collagen fibers are one of the predominant parts of the inorganic matrix.
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Mark the following statements about bone tissue as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.
d. The collagen fibers of bone help it to resist torsion and tension.
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