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Describe the Debate That Arose Over the Use of Sculptural

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Describe the debate that arose over the use of sculptural decoration at monasteries. Who was for it, and who was against it? How did this debate manifest itself in architecture and decoration (or lack thereof) of particular monastic orders?


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Periosteum

A thick layer of blood vessel-rich connective tissue that surrounds the bones, except where the joints are located.

Lacunae

Small cavities in bone or cartilage tissue that house cells (osteocytes, chondrocytes), providing them with space to reside and function.

Osteon

The spindle-shaped unit of bone composed of concentric layers of osteocytes organized around a central Haversian canal containing blood vessels and nerves.

Vertebrae

The series of small bones forming the backbone, in humans being 33 in number and providing support and flexibility.

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