Bone Development Flashcards
1
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Mesenchyme
A
Embryonic connective tissue. Source of all bones.
2
Q
Intramembranous ossification
A
Membranous bone formation. Bone derives directly from mesenchyme.
3
Q
Endochondral ossification (Cartilaginous bone formation)
A
Cartilage models form in foetal period. Bone then replaces cartilage.
4
Q
Humerus
A
Arm bone