Bone, or osseous, tissue provides protection for our vital organs since the inorganic ground substance is:
A) calcium and phosphate crystals.
B) collagen fibers.
C) mostly water, dissolved solutes, and proteins.
D) both collagen and elastic fibers.

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The inorganic ground substance of bone tissue is primarily composed of calcium and phosphate crystals, which provide the hardness and strength necessary for protection.

Bone, or Osseous, Tissue Provides Protection for Our Vital Organs