CANALS, NUTRITIVE
\kənˈalz], \kənˈalz], \k_ə_n_ˈa_l_z]\
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The canals through which the vessels pass to the bones. They are lined by a very fine lamina of compact texture, or are formed in the texture itself. There is, generally, one large nutritious canal in a long bone, situate towards its middle.
By Robley Dunglison
