Human Biology: Concepts and Current Issues (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134042435
Author: Michael D. Johnson
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 5, Problem 11TY
Which of the following contains the richest population of the stem-cell precursors for red and white blood cells?
a. red bone marrow
b. yellow bone marrow
c. osteoid
d. crystals of calcium phosphate
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