Question

the diagram shows a bone and some of its components. which statement best describes a relationship among some of these components?
a marrow is an organ in the skeletal system.
b marrow is a tissue that contains different types of cells.
c red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets perform the same function.
d red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets together form an organ system.

Explanation:

• Option A: Marrow is a tissue, not an organ. Organs are made of different tissues.
• Option B: Marrow is a tissue (specifically connective tissue) that contains red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets (different types of cells).
• Option C: Red blood cells carry oxygen, white blood cells fight infections, and platelets help in blood clotting. They have different functions.
• Option D: Red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are cells. An organ system is made of organs.

Answer:

B. Marrow is a tissue that contains different types of cells.