Outer surface of bones is covered by a dense layer of connective tissue, called as ___________ ?

Correct answer: A. Periosteum

  • A. Periosteum
  • B. Woven bone
  • C. Epithelium lining
  • D. Connective lining

Explanation

The periosteum is a dense connective-tissue covering around the outer surface of most bones; it contains blood vessels, nerves and bone-forming cells. Students may choose epithelium lining, but bone is covered by connective tissue rather than epithelial tissue.

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