HAVERSIAN CANAL
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Haversian Canal.
Haversian Canal - as a noun
Any of the many tiny canals that contain blood vessels and connective tissue and that form a network in bone
Example Sentences
"The haversian canal is a microscopic channel in the bone that contains blood vessels and nerves."
"Osteocytes are found within the lacunae of the haversian canals."
"The haversian canals allow for the transportation of nutrients and waste products in the bone."
"In healthy bones, the haversian canals are well-organized and evenly spaced."
"The haversian canals are surrounded by concentric layers of bone tissue called lamellae."
