BONE
STRUCTURES
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Question
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The lacunae of an osteon
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Hold osteocytes
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Are cylindrical
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Helps with ossification
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None of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The osteon consists of a central canal called the osteonic (haversian) canal, which is surrounded by concentric rings (lamellae) of matrix. Between the rings of matrix, the bone cells (osteocytes) are located in spaces called lacunae.
Detailed explanation-2: -Osteocytes are housed in lacunae; their cell processes connect with one another through canaliculi.
Detailed explanation-3: -Every osteon is made up of a central canal (which contains nerves and blood vessels), perforating canals, lamellae (configurations of bone matrix), and osteocyte-containing lacunae (holes). All of these are arranged concentrically around the central canal.
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