Cartilage is a flexible connective tissue that provides support and structure but is softer and more pliable than bone.
The parts of the skeleton that are not as hard as bones and which can be bent are called as
Asked in BPSC Prelims Exam 68th · Topic: Skeletal and Muscle System (Types of Skeletons and their Functions)
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