During football practice, a 13-year-old male breaks his humerus. The healthcare professional is concerned that future growth of the arm will be affected because of the placement of this break. Based on this concern, the fracture occurred in what location? A) Diaphysis B) Articular Cartilage C) Epiphyseal plate D) Medullary Cavity
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