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The lobes of a liver affected by which of the following conditions are covered with fibrous connective tissue?
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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology
Introduction to Organ Systems
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Which organ system is primarily responsible for the process of endochondral ossification during bone development?
A
Skeletal system
B
Respiratory system
C
Muscular system
D
Digestive system
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Step 1: Begin by understanding the process of endochondral ossification. It is a key mechanism in bone development where cartilage is replaced by bone tissue during growth.
Step 2: Recall that the skeletal system is responsible for the formation, maintenance, and repair of bones, including processes like ossification.
Step 3: Compare the functions of the other organ systems listed (respiratory, muscular, and digestive) to determine if they are involved in bone development. For example, the respiratory system is responsible for gas exchange, the muscular system facilitates movement, and the digestive system processes nutrients.
Step 4: Recognize that endochondral ossification is a specialized function of the skeletal system, as it directly involves the development and growth of bones.
Step 5: Conclude that the skeletal system is the organ system primarily responsible for endochondral ossification during bone development.
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