Which of the Following Structures in a Bone Persists for Life

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the following structures in a bone persists for life?

• A)articular cartilage
• B)primary ossification center
• C)epiphyseal plate
• D)primary bone

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Definitions:

Myelinated Axons

Nerve fibers covered with myelin, a fatty substance that insulates the axon and speeds up the transmission of nerve impulses.

Central Nervous System

The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body, comprising the brain and spinal cord.

Cortices

The outer layers or regions of an organ or structure, such as the cerebral cortex in the brain or the cortex of plant roots and stems.

Cerebrum

The largest part of the brain responsible for voluntary activities, intelligence, memory, and emotional responses.