Question

Why are individual bones considered unique organs?
Select one:
a. Because each bone has a different name.
b. Because each bone works to maintain homeostasis.
c. Because each bone is comprised of many cells.
d. Because each bone is comprised of different tissues.

Answer 1

Answer:

The correct option is d) Because each bone is comprised of different tissues.

Explanation:

 Bones are considered to be individual organs because they are specific structures within specific functions and are made of all primary tissue types.

Different tissues in the bones work together for the functioning of the bone. A bone is primarily made up of osseous tissue, apart from this tissue it also comprises of nervous tissue, epithelial tissue, fibrous tissue etc.