Bone growth will continue for as long as the ____________ plate exists.
A)Diaphyseal
B)Epiphyseal
C)Osteon
D)Medullary

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The epiphyseal plate, also known as growth plate, is the area of the hyaline cartilage that separates the epiphysis from the diaphysis in a developing bone. The cartilage is continuously replaced by new bone tissue, which allows the bone to grow in length. Once the epiphyseal plate becomes fully ossified, a person stops growing taller. Therefore, bone growth will continue as long as the epiphyseal plate exists.

Bone Growth Will Continue for as Long as the ____________