Which of the following statements about changes in skeletal structure during puberty is true?
A) One marker that indicates the termination in growth in height is epiphysis.
B) Bones become more porous and more likely to break.
C) Nearly half an individual's adult height is gained during puberty.
D) Growth begins with the torso and shoulders, proceeds to the arms and legs, then to the extremities.

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Epiphysis is a marker that indicates the termination of growth in height. As the epiphysis fuses with the long bone shaft, the bones can no longer grow in length, indicating the end of puberty-related growth.

Answer: C 
 Almost half of an individual's adult height is gained during puberty.

Answers B and D are incorrect. Bones become stronger and denser during puberty, and growth typically begins with the extremities (hands and feet) before moving to the torso and shoulders.

Which of the Following Statements About Changes in Skeletal Structure