How does an epiphysis contribute to the growth and function of a long bone?

A) It allows growth at the metaphysis while retaining the shape of the articular surface.
B) It permits bones of different densities to occur in close proximity.
C) It allows the bone to replace the cartilage at the metaphysis more rapidly.
D) It permits more additional bone to be formed than would occur without it.
E) None of the answers are correct.


A) It allows growth at the metaphysis while retaining the shape of the articular surface.

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