Multiple choice

Red bone marrow in the human adult is found in

  1. spongy bones of the cranial region only

  2. ribs, sternum, proximal extremities of femur and humerus

  3. vertebral centra only

  4. all the above locations
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Explanation

In adults, red bone marrow is found in the spongy bone of the ribs, sternum, vertebrae, pelvis, and the proximal ends of the femur and humerus.

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