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10 Cards in this Set
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Epiphysis |
Location: ends of the bone Function: growth plates that fuses after puberty |
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Diaphysis |
Location: the shaft Function: contains bone marrow |
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Articular cartilage |
Location: found at the ends of the long bones Function: to provide a smooth lubricated surface |
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Periosteum |
Location: outer covering of shaft Function: provides nutrient rich blood for bone cells and a source of bone developing cells during growth |
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Spongy bone |
Location: within the epiphysis Function: produce blood cells |
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Compact bone |
Location: layer underneath the periosteum Function: provide strength and protection of the bone |
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Medullary cavity |
Location: in the diaphysis Function: lighten bone weight and provide space for marrow. Also associated with fat |
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Nutrient artery |
Location: seen within the medullary cavity and supply with the shaft Function: send nutrients |
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Yellow marrow |
Location: in the medullary cavity Function: associated with fat |
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Red marrow |
Location: in the spongy bone Function: create red blood cells |
