A bone fracture where the bone is broken into many fragments is a ________.
A) compound fracture
B) simple fracture
C) comminuted fracture
D) compression fracture
E) greenstick fracture

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A comminuted fracture is when the bone is broken into multiple fragments, often caused by a significant force or trauma. A compound fracture is when the bone breaks through the skin, a simple fracture is when the bone breaks but doesn't penetrate the skin, a compression fracture is when a bone is crushed due to excessive force, and a greenstick fracture is when the bone is bent but doesn't break completely.

A Bone Fracture Where the Bone Is Broken into Many