Bone matrix is rich in

Fluoride and calcium

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Calcium and phosphorus

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Calcium and potassium

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Phosphorus and potassium

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Solution

The correct option is B Calcium and phosphorus
The bone matrix contains bone minerals also known as hydroxyapatite, which consists of mainly calcium and phosphorus with trace amounts of sodium, magnesium, and bicarbonate. Fluorides, potassium and phosphorous are not found insignificant amounts in the bone.
Hence the correct option is B.

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