During endochondral ossification

A. the primary ossification center begins as the epiphyseal plate.
B. simple fractures are more common.
C. hyaline cartilage changes to adipose tissue.
D. osteoblasts break down bone.
E. hyaline cartilage is replaced by bone.


Answer: E

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