Long Bone Structure

Question 1

Periosteum

Answer 1

Covers the diaphysis, secured by connective tissue fibres.

Question 2

Epiphysis

Answer 2

Thin later of compact bone enclosing spongy bone at the ends of long bones.

Question 3

Articular cartilage

Answer 3

Glassy hyaline cartilage, decreases friction at joint surfaces.

Question 4

Epiphyseal plate

Answer 4

Hyaline cartilage in young growing bone. Responsible for lengthwise growth of a long bone.

Question 5

Epiphyseal line

Answer 5

Remainder of the epiphyseal plate.

Question 6

Yellow marrow

Answer 6

Adipose tissue stored in the bone shaft of adults.

Question 7

Red marrow

Answer 7

Stored in bone shaft of children, forms blood cells.

Question 8

Diaphysis/Shaft

Answer 8

Compact bone, makes up the bones length. Covered by periosteum.