Question

Bone with insufficient or abnormal collagen would _____ compared with healthy bone. (select all that apply.)

Answer 1

Answer:

Bone with insufficient collagen has a grater chance to get fractured compared to a healthy bone.

Explanation:

Collagen is one of the most abundant fibrous protein in human body. It is made by the connective tissue cells. It forms scaffold which provides strength to the bones. Its also present in skin, muscles ad tendons. Insufficient or abnormal collagen leads to Osteogenesis imperfecta. It is a condition where bones become brittle.

Answer 2

The bone with insufficient or abnormal collagen would fracture easily compared with a healthy bone. Collagen is the most abundant protein in our bodies , and is found in muscles, bones, skin , blood vessels, digestive system and tendons. Collagen provides integrity, firmness and elasticity to their structures, such as bones. Therefore a healthy bone has high integrity and firmness and thus can resist fractures and other mechanical damages.