Ossification Flashcards
1
Q
what is ossification/osteogenesis ?
A
the function of forming osseous tissue
- skeletons forms from mesenchyme or hyaline cartilage to bone at 8-12 wks
2
Q
What are the two types of ossification ?
A
Intramembranous ossification
Endochondral ossification
3
Q
How do the two types of ossification differ? Where are they found?
A
Intramembranous ossification
- comes directly from mesenchyme connective tissues
Endochondral ossification
- from hyaline cartilage; forms all other bones
4
Q
What does the intramembranous ossification form?
A
flat bones of the skull
zygomatic bones
maxilla
mandible
clavicle from mes CT
