Question

which of the following is characterized by a continuous extracellular matrix with no gaps?
□ cancellous bone
□ cortical bone
□ spongy bone
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Explanation:

Cortical bone has a dense, continuous extracellular matrix without gaps. Cancellous (spongy) bone has a lattice - like structure with gaps and spaces.

Answer:

B. Cortical bone