Why Does Collagen Binding to Bone Increase Entropy?

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Collagen binding to bone results in an increase in entropy, despite the appearance of increased order. This counterintuitive phenomenon occurs because the system encompasses more than just collagen and bone; it includes the complex interactions within the living organism and its environment. The overall entropy increases due to the numerous molecular interactions and the dynamic nature of biological systems. This broader perspective on the system allows for greater entropy, even when specific components appear more ordered. Understanding this complexity is essential for grasping the thermodynamic implications of collagen's role in bone structure.
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When collagen binds to bone, the entropy of the system increases. Why does the entropy not decrease, since it seems more logical that the entropy decreases since it seems to become more ordered?
 
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When collagen binds to bone, the entropy of the system increases. Why does the entropy not decrease, since it seems more logical that the entropy decreases since it seems to become more ordered?

The system includes more than just the collagen molecules and the bone that they bind to. Include the entire complex chemical stew that makes up the living organism and its surroundings, and there is plenty of room for entropy increase.
 

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