Osteocytes and layers of extracellular matrix,which are concentrically clustered around a central canal,for a cylinder-shaped unit are called __________.
A) an osteocyte
B) an osteum
C) an osteon
D) osteoblasts

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This is describing the structure of an osteon, also known as a Haversian system. It contains the osteocytes and layers of extracellular matrix arranged in concentric circles around a central canal.

Osteocytes and Layers of Extracellular Matrix,which Are Concentrically Clustered Around