Osteone vs. Osteon

Osteone vs. Osteon — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Osteone and Osteon

Osteonenoun

alternative spelling of osteon

Osteonnoun

A structural unit of bone consisting of a haversian canal and corresponding lamellae of compact bone. Also called haversian system.

Osteonnoun

(anatomy) Any of the central canals, and surrounding bony layers, found in compact bone.

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