Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-11877-456-4

Chapter 6 - The Skeletal System: Bone Tissue - Checkpoint - Page 175: 6

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Bones are mineralized tissues made up of cells, fibers, and matrix that connect different parts of the body together. Bones are considered are connective tissues as these contain cells, fibers, and matrix which work together and provide structural support to the body. These tissues also arise from the mesoderm germ layer and contains fibroblasts, cells which produce extracellular matrix and collagen proteins.
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