A fontanelle ________. a. is the cartilage model for a vertebra that later is converted into bone b. gives rise to the facial bones and vertebrae c. is the rod-like structure that runs the length of the early embryo d. is the area of fibrous connective tissue found at birth between the brain case bones

A fontanelle ________. a. is the cartilage model for a vertebra that later is converted into bone b. gives rise to the facial bones and vertebrae c. is the rod-like structure that runs the length of the early embryo d. is the area of fibrous connective tissue found at birth between the brain case bones

Concepts of Biology

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Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise

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Chapter16: The Body's System

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Problem 20RQ: Among other bones, the axial skeleton includes the_____. a. thoracic cage and vertebral column b....

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