Articulation a
Joints
Hemopoiesis
Formation of blood cells in the bones
Cortical bone
Dense outer layer; 75%
Trabecular
Spongy inner layer; 25%
Tendon
Connects muscle to bone
Osteoporosis
Disease that weakens the bone
Diaphysis
Shaft
Two ends of bones
Proximal epiphyses/distal epiphyses
Endosteum
Thin connective tissue layer
Epiphyseal cartilage
Growth plate; separates the epiphysis and diaphysis