What is the function of Sharpey fibers?
A)To anchor the outer layer of the periosteum to the inner layer
B)To contain blood vessels and nerves on the outer layer of the periosteum
C)To help attach tendons and ligaments to the periosteum
D)To attach muscles to the periosteum

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Collagenous fibers (Sharpey fibers) that penetrate the bone anchor the inner layer of the periosteum to the bone. They do not anchor the outer layer of periosteum to the inner layer, contain blood vessels and nerves on the outer layer of periosteum, or attach muscles to the periosteum.

What Is the Function of Sharpey Fibers