Bone terms 2 Flashcards
The unmineralized organic components of bone matrix, primarily made of collagen is
Osteoid
The process of bone formation is
Osteogenesis
The process of bone resorption, where bone is broken down is
Osteolysis
Thin layers of bone matrix that forms the structural units of bone is
Lamellae
Microscopic channel in bone that connects osteocytes, allowing for nutrients and waste exchange is
Canaliculi
The channel in the center of an osteon that contains blood vessels and nerves is
Central Canal
The fundamental functional unit of compact bone, consisting of a central canal and concentric lamellae is
Osteon
The small, rod-like structures in spongy bone that creates network for support is
Trabeculae
A dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surface of the joint is
Periosteum
The process by which bone develops directly from mesenchymal tissue
Intramembranous Ossification
Small openings in bones that allows blood vessels to enter and nourish the bone is
Nutrient Foramen
The active form of vitamin D, important for calcium absorption
Calcitriol
A hormome that stimulates growth, cell reproduction, and regeneration
Growth Hormone
A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and growth
Thyroxine
A hormone that regulates calcium levels in the blood by increasing calcium resorption from bones
Parathyroid Hormone
