What happens if bone of frog is kept in dilute hydrochloric acid?
Correct answer: A. Will become flexible
- A. Will become flexible
- B. Will turn black
- C. Will break into pieces
- D. Will shrink
Explanation
Main component of bone is collagen which is a complex combination of amino acids. When frog's bone is treated with HCl, these compounds are broken down and the bone becomes flexible.
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