Which of the Following Statements Is True About Bone

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about bone?

• A) Interstitial growth is not possible, and appositional growth takes place only below the covering periosteal layer.
• B) Periosteum consists of an outer layer of osteoblasts and a fibrous inner layer.
• C) Blood cells are formed in the fibrous outer layer.
• D) White blood cells and phosphorus are stored in bone.
• E) All of the above

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