Multiple choice

The Volkmann's canals are associated with __________________.

  1. osteon

  2. plasma cells

  3. adipocytes

  4. stromal cells

  5. wandering cells

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Explanation

Each osteon consists of concentric layers, or lamellae, of compact bone tissue that surround a central canal, the haversian canal. Osteons are connected to each other and the periosteum by oblique channels called Volkmann's canals or perforating canals.