In Bone, Rings of Matrix Called ________ Surround a Central

question 459

Multiple Choice

In bone, rings of matrix called ________ surround a central canal that contains blood vessels.

• A) osteoblasts
• B) canaliculi
• C) concentric lamellae
• D) osteoclasts

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Definitions:

Gastrointestinal Tract

The series of hollow organs joined in a long, twisting tube from the mouth to the anus, including organs like the stomach and intestines, involved in digesting food and absorbing nutrients.

Dipeptide

A molecule consisting of two amino acids joined by a single peptide bond.

Fatty Chyme

A semi-fluid mass of partly digested food enriched with fats, that moves from the stomach to the small intestine.

Cholecystokinin

A hormone that stimulates the digestion of fat and protein by triggering the gallbladder to contract and release bile.