Compact Bone Is Composed of a Matrix Arranged in Concentric

question 45

Multiple Choice

Compact bone is composed of a matrix arranged in concentric rings;the rings contain cavities interconnected by small passages called

• A)lacunae.
• B)osteocytes.
• C)canaliculi.
• D)osteons.
• E)haversian system.

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Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, which allows retention of impressions of sensory information after the original stimuli have ended.

Primacy and Recency Effects

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Memory

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Retrieval

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