Where is articular cartilage found, and how is it nourished?
A) Articular cartilage is found in the medullary cavity and is nourished by the nutrient artery.
B) Articular cartilage is found down the length of the diaphysis and is nourished by the nutrient artery.
C) Articular cartilage is found at both metaphyses and is nourished by the metaphyseal artery.
D) Articular cartilage is found covering both epiphyseal portions of articulating bone and nutrients diffuse from synovial fluid within the joint.
E) Articular cartilage is found in the medullary cavity and is nourished by the rich vascular red bone marrow.
Answer: D
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