The diaphysis is the center for longitudinal bone growth
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
FALSE
Explanation: The diaphysis is the bone shaft. Growth occurs at the epiphyseal growth plate.
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The suffix for rupture is ________
Fill in the blank(s) with correct word