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During a laboratory investigation, cartilage is found to receive nutrients by diffusion. This is primarily because cartilage:

A. Contains numerous blood capillaries
B. Lacks blood vessels
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C. Contains Haversian canals
D. Has a thick periosteum

📝 Explanation

Correct: Cartilage is avascular, so nutrients diffuse through the matrix from surrounding tissues. A & C: These are features of bone, not cartilage. D: Periosteum surrounds bone, not cartilage. Concept: Nutrition of cartilage.

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  • Contains numerous blood capillaries
  • Lacks blood vessels
  • Contains Haversian canals
  • Has a thick periosteum

Correct: Cartilage is avascular, so nutrients diffuse through the matrix from surrounding tissues. A & C: These are features of bone, not cartilage. D: Periosteum surrounds bone, not cartilage. Concept: Nutrition of cartilage.

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