The epiphyseal plate of a growing bone is actually a temporary joint called a ________.
A. syndesmosis
B. suture
C. synostosis
D. synchondrosis
E. symphysis
Answer: D
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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