When the Fibrous Tissue of Sutures Ossifies, the Resulting Joint

question 77

Multiple Choice

When the fibrous tissue of sutures ossifies, the resulting joint is called a

• A) symphysis.
• B) synchondrosis.
• C) syndesmosis.
• D) synostosis.

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