Because of Cephalocaudal and Proximodistal Sequences of Ossification

question 45

Multiple Choice

Because of cephalocaudal and proximodistal sequences of ossification,

• A) the fontanels close by the end of the first two months.
• B) pruning of synapses occurs before expansion of the dendritic arbor.
• C) bones in the hands and wrist harden before those in the feet.
• D) an individual gradually loses bone calcium.
• E) bones in the trunk of the body harden last.

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