Multiple Choice
Which structure in compact bone is organized in concentric rings, similar to the growth rings of a tree trunk?
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6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue
Gross Anatomy of Bone: Compact and Spongy Bone
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Which of the following is a canal-like passageway allowing vasculature and nerves to move through the bone?
A
meatus
B
condyle
C
tubercle
D
fossa
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Understand the definitions of each anatomical term provided in the options: 'meatus', 'condyle', 'tubercle', and 'fossa'.
A 'meatus' is a canal-like passageway in a bone that allows the passage of nerves and blood vessels.
A 'condyle' is a rounded articular projection on a bone, typically involved in forming a joint.
A 'tubercle' is a small, rounded projection or protuberance on a bone, often serving as an attachment point for muscles or ligaments.
A 'fossa' is a shallow depression or hollow in a bone, often serving as an articular surface or accommodating a structure such as a muscle or nerve.
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