The Cartilage of the Epiphyseal Plates Is Organized into Zones

Multiple Choice

The cartilage of the epiphyseal plates is organized into zones based upon the unique processes occurring in each of these regions. Identify the correct sequence of these processes, from the epiphyseal end toward the diaphysis.

A) calcification - hypertrophy - proliferation - resting - ossification
B) ossification - calcification - hypertrophy - proliferation - resting
C) resting - hypertrophy - proliferation - calcification - ossification
D) hypertrophy - proliferation - resting - calcification - ossification
E) resting - proliferation - hypertrophy - calcification - ossification