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.

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