Long Bone Anatomy

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What is the epiphysis of a long bone?

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The epiphysis is the end part of a long bone, which is typically wider than the shaft and contains spongy bone.

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Where is spongy bone primarily found in a long bone?

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Spongy bone is primarily found in the epiphysis of a long bone.

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What is the diaphysis of a long bone?

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The diaphysis is the long, tubular shaft of a long bone, which is made up of compact bone.

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What type of bone primarily makes up the diaphysis?

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The diaphysis is primarily made up of compact bone.

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What is the periosteum?

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The periosteum is a dense layer of vascular connective tissue that covers the outer surface of bones, except at the surfaces of the joints.

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What is the medullary cavity?

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The medullary cavity is the central cavity of a long bone where bone marrow is stored.

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What is articular cartilage?

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Articular cartilage is a smooth, white tissue that covers the ends of bones where they come together to form joints.

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What is the function of compact bone?

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Compact bone provides strength and support to the bone structure and is dense and hard.

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What is the role of spongy bone?

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Spongy bone helps to reduce the weight of the bone while providing structural support and housing bone marrow.

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What is yellow marrow?

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Yellow marrow is a type of bone marrow that is primarily made up of fat cells and is found in the medullary cavity.