The basic structure of bones is bone matrix, which makes up the underlying rigid framework of bones, composed of both compact bone and spongy bone. The bone matrix consists of tough protein fibers, mainly collagen, that become hard and rigid due to mineralization with calcium crystals.
Answer: Water as a universal solvent
Explanation:
Water is a universal solvent because of its property of dissolving a large number of molecules of different kind. The water at the biological level forms the major body weight of the organisms. It helps in supporting the cell metabolism and function. It is the main component of the liquid component of blood that is plasma. The water dissolved in it various vitamins, minerals, fibers, and other components of the food and helps in digestion of food in the body. Thus in human and animal body water plays an important role in circulation and digestion process.
