Long Bone Flashcard

Long Bone Flashcard

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Science

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the medullary cavity?

Back

The medullary cavity is the central cavity of bone shafts where red and yellow bone marrow is stored.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the endosteum?

Back

The endosteum is a thin membrane that lines the inner surface of the medullary cavity and is involved in bone growth, repair, and remodeling.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is spongy bone?

Back

Spongy bone, also known as cancellous bone, is a type of bone that has a porous structure and is found at the ends of long bones and in the interior of others, providing strength and reducing weight.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is articular cartilage?

Back

Articular cartilage is a smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones in joints, allowing for smooth movement and reducing friction.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the diaphysis of a long bone?

Back

The diaphysis is the long, tubular shaft of a long bone, which provides structural support and houses the medullary cavity.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the main components of a long bone?

Back

The main components of a long bone include the diaphysis, epiphyses, medullary cavity, endosteum, periosteum, and articular cartilage.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the periosteum?

Back

The periosteum is a dense layer of vascular connective tissue that envelops the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

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