Which of the following statements is false?
A) In humans, cartilage is the principal component of the embryonic skeleton.
B) Some vertebrates retain a cartilaginous endoskeleton into adulthood.
C) Cancellous bone has numerous cavities.
D) Physical stress on bones causes them to become thinner.
E) Calcitonin and parathyroid hormone regulate the deposition of calcium in bone.

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Physical stress on bones actually causes them to become thicker and stronger through a process called bone remodeling. This is why weight-bearing exercise is important for maintaining bone health.

Which of the Following Statements Is False