How would denaturing collagen from the bone matrix affect the physical properties of a bone?

A) The bone would be less flexible.
B) The bone would be stronger.
C) The bone would be more brittle.
D) The bone would be more flexible.
E) The bone would be less compressible.


Answer: C

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