Ch.10.6 Skeletal System

Question 1

Where does the epiphyseal plate grow in direction of? What do they lengthen?

Answer 1

They grow in the direction of the metaphyses; however, they lengthen the diaphysis.

Question 2

Which of the following categories do tendons and ligaments belong to?

Answer 2

Fibrous connective tissue. Also include tendons, ligaments, periosteum, and endosteum

Question 3

What do Volkmann’s canals connect Haversian canals to?

Answer 3

Periosteum