A type of fracture, occurring most commonly in children, in which one side of the bone is partially broken and the other side is bent is called a(n)________ fracture.
A)hairline
B)greenstick
C)spiral
D)incomplete
E)impacted

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In a greenstick fracture, one side of the bone is partially broken, while the other side is bent, just like a green stick that has been partially snapped. This type of fracture is common in children because their bones are more flexible than adults and can bend without completely breaking.

A Type of Fracture, Occurring Most Commonly in Children, in Which