Bone Structure and Function Concepts

This video provides a detailed dissection of a cow femur, focusing on the diaphysis, compact bone, yellow and red bone marrow, the artery running through the bone, and the medullary cavity. It also covers the periosteum and how muscles attach to the bone. The video aims to give a comprehensive understanding of bone anatomy and its components.

What part of the cow femur is primarily discussed in the introduction?

• The medullary cavity

• The periosteum

• The diaphysis

• The epiphysis

What is the texture of the compact bone in the diaphysis?

• Soft and spongy

• Hard and compact

• Gel-like

• Fibrous

What color is the yellow bone marrow when thawed?

• Red

• White

• Yellow

• Green

Where is the red marrow located?

• Inside the periosteum

• Inside the diaphysis

• Inside the spongy bone

• Inside the compact bone

What is the texture of the spongy bone?

• Smooth

• Gel-like

• Fibrous

• Crunchy

What structure runs through the bone to supply blood?

• Artery

• Nerve

• Vein

• Ligament

What is the function of the medullary cavity?

• To house the artery

• To store red marrow

• To attach muscles

• To contain yellow marrow

What is the role of the periosteum?

• To attach muscles and tendons

• To produce red blood cells

• To protect the bone

• To store yellow marrow

What does 'peri' in periosteum mean?

• Above

• Below

• Inside

• Around

Which part of the bone is described as having a fibrous membrane?

• Medullary cavity

• Diaphysis

• Epiphysis

• Periosteum