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How many bones are in an adult vs in a child?
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Same: The number is the same, although the level of calcium deposition and strength are different. There are some stray bony pieces called joint mice that show up in stray sights in adults, but the basic number of bnes is the same at any age.
Answered 12/28/2013
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