Which of the Following Is Correctly Matched

question 92

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is correctly matched?

• A)periosteum - lines the medullary cavity
• B)osteoblasts - break down bone tissue
• C)osteoclasts - responsible for reabsorption
• D)endosteum - lines central canal of the osteon
• E)osteocytes - function in bone remodeling

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Definitions:

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