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MP Board · Class 11 · Biology · Structural Organisation in AnimalsThe intercellular material of bone is solid and pliable due to the presence of:

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Bones have a hard and non-pliable ground substance rich in calcium salts and collagen fibers which provide bone its strength. (Note: Bone matrix is rigid, whereas cartilage matrix is solid and pliable).

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Option : Calcium salts and collagen fibers (Correct Answer)

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Option 1: Chondroitin salts

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Structural Organisation in Animals.

Option 2: Elastin fibers only

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Structural Organisation in Animals.

Option 3: Fibrinogen

Incorrect choice. This distractor represents a common misunderstanding of the core principles of Structural Organisation in Animals.

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