The Central (Haversian) Canal That Runs Through the Core of Each

question 1

Multiple Choice

The central (Haversian) canal that runs through the core of each osteon is the site of_________ .

• A) blood vessels and nerve fibers
• B) cartilage and interstitial lamellae
• C) adipose tissue and nerve fibers
• D) yellow marrow and spicules

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