Cartilage Flashcards
1
Q
What is a zone of hypertrophic cartilage?
A
A column-like layer of maturing chondrocytes
2
Q
What is a zone of calcified cartilage?
A
A region of dead chondrocytes.
3
Q
What is a zone of proliferating cartilage?
A
A layer of actively dividing chondrocytes.
4
Q
What is a zone of resting cartilage?
A
A layer of small, scattered chondrocytes anchoring the epiphyseal (growth) late to the bone.
5
Q
Where is articular cartilage found?
A
Each epiphysis
(Is covered by a thin layer of hyaline cartilage - articular cartilage)
6
Q
What is the purpose of articular cartilage?
A
Reduces friction and absorbs shock
