Long Bone Anatomy

Question 1

Periosteum

Answer 1

Connective tissue fibers connect thiss to the underlying bone

Question 2

Endosteum

Answer 2

Thin membrane of connective tissue that lines the inside of the long bone

Question 3

Articular cartilage

Answer 3

Covers external surface of the bone

Question 4

Foramen

Answer 4

An opening in the long bone that allows bloodd vessels to enter

Question 5

Spongy bone

Answer 5

Spikey, openn appearance

Question 6

Compact bone

Answer 6

Dense and looks smooth and homogenous

Question 7

Epiphyseal plate/line

Answer 7

Thin line of body tissue that spans the epiphysis.

Question 8

Yellow marrow

Answer 8

Bone marrow that stores fat tissue for adults

Question 9

Red marrow

Answer 9

Bone marrow that is the site of blood cell production for infants

Question 10

Medullary cavity

Answer 10

Central cavity in the diaphysis of a long bone containing marrow

Question 11

Diaphysis

Answer 11

Makes up bone length and is composed of the compact bone

Question 12

Epiphysis

Answer 12

Ends of the long bone

Question 13

Nutrient artery

Answer 13

Main blood vessel applying long bones with blood

Question 14

Sharpey’s fibers

Answer 14

Secure periosteum to the underlying bone