Several rings of bone matrix in osteon cylinder. Contain collagen fibers that run in different directions in adjacent rings, withstands stress and resist twisting. Bone salts are found between collagen fibers.

What will be an ideal response?


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A) The number of species increases with area because larger areas contain a greater number of individuals. B) The number of species increases with area because larger areas have more habitats. C) The number of species increases with area because larger areas support distinct evolutionary lineages.

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Calculate the partial pressure of oxygen at a barometric pressure of 500 mm Hg if oxygen is 20% of the air.

a. 500 mmHg b. 100 mmHg c. 20 mmHg d. 160 mmHg e. 10,000 mm H

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Bacterial shape is determined by

a. tubulin and actin b. cell membrane c. cytoskeleton d. s-layers e. outer membrane

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Hydrogen bonds are stronger then covalent bonds

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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