Bones are covered and lined by a protective tissue called periosteum. The inner (osteogenic)layer consists primarily of________.
A) osteogenic cells
B) cartilage and compact bone
C) dense irregular connective tissue
D) chondrocytes and osteocytes

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The inner layer of periosteum, known as the osteogenic layer, consists primarily of osteogenic cells, which are responsible for bone growth and regeneration.

Bones Are Covered and Lined by a Protective Tissue Called