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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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The metaphysis of a long bone is the:
Options
A Shaft
B Growth plate
C Transition between diaphysis and epiphysis
Correct Answer
D End of the bone
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The metaphysis is the transition zone between the diaphysis (shaft) and epiphysis (end) of a long bone. It contains the epiphyseal plate (growth plate) during development.

Hint

This region contains the growth plate in developing bones.

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