Long Bone Structure Flashcards
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Epiphysis
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End of bone
Cancellous bone
Red bone marrow: manufactures red blood cells
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Diaphysis
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Shaft
Compact bone
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Epiphyseal plate
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Growth plate
Cartilage, until fused
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Epiphyseal line
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Develops when growth stops
Mature epiphyseal plate
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Medullary cavity
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Where yellow bone marrow is stored
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Periosteum
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Vascular structure Covers outer surface of bone Inner osteogenic layer Outer fibrous layer Involved in bone growth & development Connected to osseous tissue
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Sharpeys fibers
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Connects periosteum to bone
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Endosteum
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Lines bone cavities
Osteoblasts: bone forming cell
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Articular cartilage
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Hyaline
Protects bone as movement occurs in joints
