Channels Within Bone, Involved with Cell-To-Cell Communication, Are Called

question 76

Multiple Choice

Channels within bone, involved with cell-to-cell communication, are called

• A) canaliculi.
• B) lacunae.
• C) lamellae.
• D) perforating canals.
• E) Haversian canals.

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Definitions:

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