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A lacuna of bone contains _________ osteocyte

A

Two

B

Many

C

Two pairs

D

One

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks how many osteocytes are contained within a lacuna of bone. 2. **Defining Osteocyte**: An osteocyte is a type of bone cell that is responsible for maintaining bone tissue. It is a mature bone cell that has a branched structure and is sometimes referred to as a bone corpuscle. 3. **Defining Lacuna**: A lacuna is a small cavity or unfilled space within the bone matrix. It serves as a housing for osteocytes. 4. **Identifying the Relationship**: Each lacuna in the bone typically contains only one osteocyte. This is a specific characteristic of bone structure. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the answer to the question is that a lacuna of bone contains **one osteocyte**. ---
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