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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which component fills the hollow cavity of a bone?
Options
A Synovial fluid
B Lymph
C Bone marrow
Correct Answer
D Periosteum
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The hollow cavity of a bone is filled with bone marrow. There are two types: red marrow (involved in blood cell production) and yellow marrow (fat storage). The outer layer is called the shaft and is hard and compact.

Hint

This soft tissue inside bones produces blood cells and stores fat.

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