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Nonliving components of bone, such as fibers and minerals, are important because they:

produce blood cells.

create new bone tissue.

break down bone tissue.

provide strength to the bones.

Minerals in bone are kept in place by which bone component that acts like a scaffold?

osteocytes

osteoblasts

osteoclasts

collagen fibers

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.:cartilage

adults.:more bones than

Which statement describes the epiphyseal plate?

It is where flat bones are actively growing.

It is where old bone cells are being remodeled.

It is where cartilage cells are being turned into bone cells.

It is where the bones in a baby’s skull are growing together.

Which activities can help build strong bones and reduce the risk of osteoporosis?

lifting weights

eating foods containing calcium

getting a bone marrow transplant

getting eight hours of sleep per night

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