Bone Formation Associated with Cartilage Is Called ______ Ossification While

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Multiple Choice

Bone formation associated with cartilage is called ______ ossification while bone formed in connective tissue membranes is called _____ ossification.

• A) woven, spongy
• B) spongy, woven
• C) intramembranous; endochondral
• D) endochondral; intramembranous

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Definitions:

Homology

Refers to the existence of shared ancestry between a pair of structures, or genes, in different species.

Parsimonious

Characterized by extreme or excessive economy or simplicity in approach or methodology, often in scientific theories.

Convergent Evolution

A process whereby organisms not closely related independently evolve similar traits as a result of having to adapt to similar environments or ecological niches.

Homologous

Referring to genes, chromosomes, or structures that are similar in position, structure, and evolutionary origin, but not necessarily in function.