This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Anatomy
All of the following statements are true for metaphysis of bone except - 
Select and explain. 
A. It is the epiphyseal end of diaphysis, B. It is highly vascular, C. Growth activity is negligible here, D. Common site of osteomyelitis in children
C: Growth activity is negligible here
Answer: C: Growth activity is negligible here 
Explanation: Metaphysis :

Epiphyseal ends of the diaphysis
It is the zone of active growth
Before epiphyseal fusion, it is richly supplied with blood through end arteries forming hairpin bends
Common site of osteomyelitis in children as bacteria or emboli are easily trapped in hairpin bends causing infarction.