Which of the following statements explain why the number of bones vary with age?
A. Sesamoid bones form within tendons in response to stress.
B. Some bones fuse together with age.
C. Bones are lost due to deterioration of calcium salts.
Answer:
A. Sesamoid bones form within tendons in response to stress.
B. Some bones fuse together with age.
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