Which structure allows the diaphysis of the bone to grow longer until early adulthood?
A) lacunae
B) osteon
C) epiphysis
D) epiphyseal plate
D
Explanation:
A) Lacunae are small openings in bone tissue.
B) An osteon is the functional unit of bone tissue.
C) The epiphysis is the end of the bone.
Exercise 13: Post-Lab Questions
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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A long bone is covered externally with a sheath called the ________, whereas the marrow cavity is lined with the ________.
A. diaphysis; epiphysis B. periosteum; endosteum C. endosteum; periosteum D. compact bone; spongy bone E. epiphysis; diaphysis