The inner layer of the periosteum is often referred to as the 'Cambium layer' because of its:
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Correct answer: Regenerative and growth potential
Borrowed from botany, the term 'cambium' refers to the layer of actively dividing cells. In bone, this corresponds to the osteogenic layer of the periosteum that produces new tissue.
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