Long Bone Anatomy

Question 1

Diaphysis (compact bone)

Answer 1

has a long shaft covered by a membrane called the periosteum

Question 2

Epiphysis

Answer 2

made of cancellous (spongy) bone, found in short, flat and irregular bones. red marrow is stored here

Question 3

cancellous/spongy bone

Answer 3

has irregular latticework structure (honeycomb)

Question 4

articular cartilage

Answer 4

reduces friction and absorb shock

Question 5

periosteum

Answer 5

is covered by a thin, shiny white membrane. forms outer lining of bone and important for growth, repair, nutrition and attachment of ligaments and tendons

Question 6

medullary (marrow cavity)

Answer 6

is located within diaphysis where yellow bone marrow is stored

Question 7

blood vessel

Answer 7

supplies oxygenated blood via nutrient foramen.