Why are epiphyseal plates considered temporary joints?
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Once long bone growth in length is complete, the cartilage of the epiphyseal plates completely ossifies to become a permanent connection between the bones.
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A. mitochondria B. endoplasmic reticulum C. lysosomes D. Golgi complex
The ____ regulates the composition and volume of blood and remove wastes from the blood in the form of urine
a. kidney b. ureter c. bladder d. urethra
The __________ is not found in the elbow.
A. humeroulnar joint B. humeroradial joint C. proximal radioulnar joint D. distal radioulnar joint E. anular ligament
Which statement(s) is/are true?
A. When muscles are fatigued, ligaments are at a greater risk of injury. B. When ligaments are fatigued, muscles are at a greater risk of injury. C. both A and B D. neither A nor B