Parts of a Long Bone

The "ends" of a long bone are:

• Ends

• Epiphysis

• Metaphysis

• Diaphysis

The epiphysis nearest the torso is:

• Proximal

• Distal

• Lateral

• Medial

The "shaft" of a long bone is called:

• Epiphysis

• Metaphysis

• Diaphysis

• Shaft

What is #3?

• Proximal Epiphysis

• Proximal Metaphysis

• Distal Epiphysis

• Distal Diaphysis

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

What is #1?

• Synovial Joint

• Insertion areas

• Articular cartilage

• Metaphyseal Cartilage

Another name for a "growth plate" on a long bone:

• Epiphyseal plate

• Metaphyseal Plate

• Diaphyseal Plate

• Articular Cartilage

What type of "bone" is represented by #12?

• Compact

• Ground

• Funky

• Spongy

What type of bone is represented by #11?

• Spongy

• Ground

• Compact

• Marrow

Yellow Marrow mainly does this:

• Stores potassium

• Stores Fat

• Produces RBC's

• Produces WBC's

Which number represents yellow marrow?

• 6

• 8

• 10

• 9