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The outermost layer of bone is called ______.

a. endosteum
b. bone marrow
c. compact bone
d. periosteum

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Answer:

d. periosteum

Step-by-step explanation:

The periosteum is a thin but dense fibrous membrane that covers the surface most of the bones in the body, it serves to connect, support, deliver blood and nutrients to the bones.

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