Excision of a Necrosed Bone Is Called

question 28

Multiple Choice

Excision of a necrosed bone is called

• A) ostectomy.
• B) osteochondrectomy.
• C) arthrocentesis.
• D) sequestrectomy.
• E) chondrectomy.

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Definitions:

Capillary Action

The ability of a liquid to flow in narrow spaces without the assistance of, or even in opposition to, external forces like gravity.

Adhesion

The process by which two surfaces are held together by intermolecular forces or mechanical interlocking.

Cohesion

The force that holds molecules of the same substance together, such as water molecules in a drop.

pH

A scale used to specify the acidity or alkalinity of an aqueous solution, with values ranging from 0 (very acidic) to 14 (very basic).