The Marrow Cavity of a Long Bone is Lined with a Thin

Question

The marrow cavity of a long bone is lined with a thin layer of cells called the _______.
A) periosteum
B) hyaline
C) endosteum
D) osteon

Accepted Answer

The endosteum is the thin layer of cells that lines the marrow cavity of a long bone. The periosteum is a layer of connective tissue that covers the outer surface of bones. Hyaline is a type of cartilage found in joints and the nasal septum. An osteon is the basic unit of compact bone tissue.