Biology- Skeletal System Flashcards
Diaphysis
The top and bottom parts of a bone. Consists of the bone marrow, medular cavity, and articular cartilage
Epiphysis
The middle part of a bone excluding the bottom parts of the bone
Epiphysiolice
When the growth plate becomes thinner and thinner
Osteocytes
A cell that lies within a substance of a fully formed bone
Yellow Bone Marrow
Stores white blood cells and fat
Red Bone Marrow
Stores red blood cells
Nutrients a Bone Should Absorb
Calcium, Vitamin D
Collagen
What bones are entirely made up of. They’re covered with calcium phosphate.
Menstruation
When eggs fall out throughout the vagina every month. Indication that a girl is producing eggs and would be able to conceive when a sperm enters.
Amenorrhea
When a woman/girl has an improper menstrual cycle or is unable to conceive when a sperm enters.
Relation Between a Proper Menstrual Cycle and Bones
Having a proper menstrual cycle helps lessen the risk of osteoporosis.
A Bone Brings in and Takes out…..
Brings in- Nutrients
Takes out- Toxins/Waste Materials
Osteoporosis
A condition in which bones become weak and brittle and where the bone tissue breaks down.
Menopause
When menstruation is paused.
