If a bone is immersed in a weak acid such as vinegar for several days,its inorganic components will dissolve.What will be the result of such an experiment?
A)The bone will dissolve completely.
B)The compact bone will dissolve,leaving only the inner spongy bone.
C)The bone will become hard and brittle.
D)The bone will become soft and flexible.
E)The spongy bone will dissolve,leaving only the outer compact bone.

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When a bone is immersed in a weak acid like vinegar, the calcium phosphate, which is the inorganic component of the bone, dissolves. This leaves behind the organic matrix, primarily made of collagen, which is soft and flexible.

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