Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 6 - Bones and Skeletal Tissues - Review Questions - Page 197: 18

Answer

The increase in thickness of compact bone on its superficial face is counteracted by the resorption of bone by osteoclasts on its internal surface.

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