WorksheetsBone Physiology
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
Fibrous, superficial covering that protects diaphysis
Periosteum
Red Bone Marrow
Medullary Cavity
Compact Bone
Epiphyseal plate
Produce red blood cells
Periosteum
Red Bone Marrow
Medullary Cavity
Compact Bone
Epiphyseal plate
Stores bone marrow and nutrients
Periosteum
Red Bone Marrow
Medullary Cavity
Compact Bone
Epiphyseal plate
Covers the external surface of the epiphyses and decreases friction at joint surfaces
Periosteum
Red Bone Marrow
Medullary Cavity
Articular Cartilage
Epiphyseal plate
Dense, smooth form of osseous tissue that toughens and protects
Periosteum
Red Bone Marrow
Medullary Cavity
Compact bone
Epiphyseal plate
Causes lengthwise growth of a long bone
Periosteum
Red Bone Marrow
Medullary Cavity
Compact bone
Epiphyseal plate
Secures the periosteum to the underlying bone.
Compact Bone
Perforating (Sharpey’s) fibers
Medullary Cavity
Endosteum
Epiphyseal plate
Contain red bone marrow that produce red blood cells in adults
Long Bones
Short Bones
Flat Bones
Irregular Bones
Function mainly as levels to aid in movement
Long Bones
Short Bones
Flat Bones
Irregular Bones
Function mainly to provide stability and support as well as some limited motion.
Long Bones
Short Bones
Flat Bones
Irregular Bones
Function primarily as points of attachment for muscles; protectors of internal organs
Long Bones
Short Bones
Flat Bones
Irregular Bones
Function primary to ONLY protect internal organs
Long Bones
Short Bones
Flat Bones
Irregular Bones
