Describe changes that occur in older bone tissue. Select all that apply.

a. More lamellar osteons are formed.
b. More elastic fibers are deposited.
c. Bone becomes more brittle.
d. Bone contains less collagen.


Answer:
c. Bone becomes more brittle.

d. Bone contains less collagen.

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