Topic 4

Question 1

Growth process of long bones

Answer 1

Long bones grow primarily via elongation of the diaphysis w. Epiphysis at each end of the growing bone.

Question 2

Where on longs bone is articular cartilage found?

Answer 2

End of the epiphyses are covered with articular cartilage also known as hyaline cartilage

Question 3

Two bone types

Answer 3

Spongy- has spaces within that store red bone marrow in older horses. Generally short, flat irregular shaped bones and epiphyses of long bones.

Compact- found on outer layer of all bones. Protection to inner spongy bone and blood vessels