Regarding a joint cavity, where is the periosteum found?

A) Lining the outside of the bone but not in the synovial cavity
B) Lining the articular surfaces of the bones
C) Forming the inner layer of the synovial cavity
D) Forming the outer layer of the synovial cavity


Answer: A

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