<prompt> All of the following statements are true for metaphysis of bone except -It is the epiphyseal end of diaphysisIt is highly vascularGrowth activity is negligible hereCommon site of osteomyelitis in children  <response>: Metaphysis :Epiphyseal ends of the diaphysisIt is the zone of active growthBefore epiphyseal fusion, it is richly supplied with blood through end arteries forming hairpin bendsCommon site of osteomyelitis in children as bacteria or emboli are easily trapped in hairpin bends causing infarction. 