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      • bone, rigid body tissue consisting of cells embedded in an abundant hard intercellular material. The two principal components of this material, collagen and calcium phosphate, distinguish bone from such other hard tissues as chitin, enamel, and shell.
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    A bone is a rigid organ [1] that constitutes part of the skeleton in most vertebrate animals. Bones protect the various other organs of the body, produce red and white blood cells, store minerals, provide structure and support for the body, and enable mobility. Bones come in a variety of shapes and sizes and have complex internal and external ...

  3. The human skeleton is the internal framework of the human body. It is composed of around 270 bones at birth – this total decreases to around 206 bones by adulthood after some bones get fused together. [1] .

  4. Aug 9, 2010 · This is an online encyclopedia about Jeff Smith's popular all ages comic book series Bone. This wiki aims to contain every piece of information about Bone, so feel free to add your own knowledge! We are currently editing 193 articles since August 9, 2010!

  5. Bones are parts of the skeleton of vertebrates. They also protect organs inside our body. [1] The bones are the framework of the body. Without them we would be a pile of organs and skin on the ground and would not be able to move. Bones also protect us. The skull protects the brain and the ribs protect the heart and lungs.

  6. Various bones of the human skeletal system. The axial skeleton, comprising the spine, chest and head, contains 80 bones. The appendicular skeleton, comprising the arms and legs, including the shoulder and pelvic girdles, contains 126 bones, bringing the total for the entire skeleton to 206 bones.

  7. 4 days ago · Bone, rigid body tissue consisting of cells embedded in an abundant hard intercellular material. Bone tissue makes up the individual bones of the skeletons of vertebrates. Its two principle components are collagen and calcium phosphate. Learn more about the composition and function of bone.

  8. Bone is a metabolically active connective tissue that constantly remodels and repairs. It is capable of restoring itself to full function after injury. [2] [3] To support its various functions, bone needs to be rigid and stiff, as well as flexible and elastic.

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