What does a canaliculus of compact bone contain?

A. An abundance of collagen fibers
B. Mainly hydroxyapatite
C. Blood vessels
D. Nerves
E. A process of an osteocyte


Answer: E

Anatomy & Physiology

You might also like to view...

Muscles can be classified based on their shape and fascicle orientation. Which shape has muscle fibers that run the length of the muscle and taper at each end?

A. Fusiform B. Pennate C. Multipennate D. Circular

Anatomy & Physiology

Under an electron microscope, the plasma membrane appears as a trilaminar structure consisting of two light layers separated by a dark middle layer

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Anatomy & Physiology

Which statement regarding endocrine glands is incorrect?

a. They produce hormones. b. They secrete their products into the blood. c. They are comprised of epithelial tissue. d. They are all controlled by the nervous system. e. They are ductless.

Anatomy & Physiology

Protein carrier-mediated transport of molecules display ________.

A. competition B. saturation C. specificity D. All of the choices are correct.

Anatomy & Physiology