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Which structure provides a protective outer covering for bones and assists with fracture repair?
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Which structure provides a protective outer covering for bones and assists with fracture repair?

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Periosteum is the thin yet tough outermost layer of bones. Its many collagen fibers support the bone and firmly connect it to the surrounding structures. Osteogenic cells in the periosteum play a vital role in the growth and repair of bony tissue.
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