Which of the following describes how bones are innervated?
A) Bones are not innervated.
B) Only the periosteum is innervated.
C) The periosteum and endosteum are innervated by motor nerves.
D) Only the endosteum, marrow cavity, and epiphyses are innervated.
E) The periosteum, endosteum, medullary cavity, and epiphyses are innervated by sensory nerves.

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The periosteum, endosteum, medullary cavity, and epiphyses are innervated by sensory nerves. This innervation allows for the perception of pain and changes in pressure within the bone.

Which of the Following Describes How Bones Are Innervated