Which of the following occurs in the formation of mineralized bone matrix? A) Hydrogen ions form an acid environment in bone matrix. B) Osteoblasts form collagen and proteoglycans. C) The protein components of bone matrix are digested. D) Ca²⁺ is actively transported from bone matrix to the blood. E) Blood calcium is elevated.

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Osteoblasts are responsible for the formation of the bone matrix by secreting collagen and proteoglycans, which are essential components of the organic matrix of bone. This process is a key part of bone formation and mineralization.

Which of the Following Occurs in the Formation of Mineralized