Our bones and teeth are generally made of

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Our bones and teeth are generally made of—

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SSC

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{'tricalcium phosphate': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'bones': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'teeth': [3, 0, 0, 0], 'chloropetite': [1, 0, 0, 0], 'fluoropetite': [1, 0, 0, 0]}

The correct answer is option 1: tricalcium phosphate. Tricalcium phosphate is a compound that consists of three atoms of calcium and two atoms of phosphorus. It is commonly found in our bones and teeth, where it plays a crucial role in giving them strength and structure. Tricalcium phosphate is a major component of the hydroxyapatite crystals that make up the mineral matrix in our bones and teeth. These crystals provide rigidity and hardness to our skeletal system, making it possible for us to stand upright and perform various physical activities. While options 2, 3, and 4 may sound similar, they do not accurately represent the composition of our bones and teeth.