SKELETAL SYSTEM - Bone Structure Flashcards
1
Q
What are the epiphyses of a long bone?
A
Ends of the long bone.
Contain red marrow for blood cell formation.
2
Q
What is the diaphysis?
A
The elongated shaft of a long bone.
Composed of outer compact bone and inner medullary cavity.
3
Q
What is the articular cartilage?
A
Hyaline cartilage covering bone ends at synovial joints.
4
Q
What is the function of spongy bone?
A
Located at the epiphysis, contains trabeculae, and is the site of blood cell formation.
5
Q
What is the structural unit of compact bone?
A
The osteon (Haversian system).
