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?

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Julissa Mayo

30 September, 08:11

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?

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Deja Choi · Answer 1

The answer is The bone will become soft and Flexible

Inorganic component of bone would be consist of calcium and other deposition that makes the bone hard. The inorganic components are easily dissolved by acid which are used by osteoclast cell to remodel the bone. After the inorganic component removed, the bone will lose its hardness which make them more flexible.