Back Osteology Flashcards
1
Q
epiphysis
A
portion of a bone farthest from the center
- 2 on each bone
2
Q
epiphyseal plate
A
cartilaginous region between epiphysis and metaphysis
- secondary ossification center
3
Q
metaphysis
A
flared region between diaphysis and epiphyseal plate
4
Q
diaphysis
A
central portion of bone
- primary ossification center
5
Q
epiphyseal line
A
region between metaphysis and epiphysis after cessation of ossification
6
Q
compact bone
A
outermost solid layer
7
Q
cancellous/spongy bone
A
innermost sinusoidal layer
8
Q
medullary/marrow cavity
A
replaces some of the cancellous bone layer in adults
