Which statement accurately describes canaliculi?
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The question is asking for a statement that correctly describes canaliculi, which are small channels in bone tissue. The focus is on identifying the true function or characteristic of canaliculi from the provided options.
Answer
Canaliculi allow nutrient and waste exchange between osteocytes in bone.
Canaliculi allow for the exchange of nutrients and waste between osteocytes in bone tissue.
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Canaliculi allow for the exchange of nutrients and waste between osteocytes in bone tissue.
More Information
Canaliculi are small channels that facilitate communication and material exchange between osteocytes, important for cellular function and survival.
Sources
- Solved 7. Which statement is correct about an osteon? - Chegg - chegg.com
- An Overview of Bone Cells and their Regulating Factors - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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