The hardness of bone comes from ________, whereas ________ provide(s) some degree of flexibility.

A. calcium carbonate; calcium phosphate
B. proteins; collagen
C. hydroxyapatite and other minerals; proteins
D. glycoproteins; proteoglycans
E. collagen and elastic fibers; minerals


Answer: C

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