Question

What is the name for the covering of the bone that contains blood
vessels and nerves? *
A) cartilage
B) bone marrow
C) spongy bone
D)periosteum​

Answer 1

Answer:

D) Periosteum

Explanation:

The outer surface of the bone is covered with a fibrous membrane called the periosteum (peri– = “around” or “surrounding”). The periosteum contains blood vessels, nerves, and lymphatic vessels that nourish compact bone.