Question:
Match the key term with the descriptions
Key: a. articular cartilage d. epiphyseal line g. periosteum
b. diaphysis e. epiphysis h. red marrow
c. endosteum f. medullary cavity
_____ 1. end portion of a long bone
_____2. helps reduce friction at pints
_____3. site of blood cell formation
_____4. two membranous sites of osteoprogenitor cells
_____5. scientific term for bone shaft
_____6. contains yellow marrow in adult bones
_____7. growth plate remnant
Answer & Explanation:
e. epiphysis 1. End Portion of a long bone
a. articular cartilage 2. Helps reduce friction at joints
h. red marrow 3. Site of blood cell formation
c. endosteum 4. Two membranous sites of osteoprogenitor cells
b. diaphysis 5. Scientific term for bone shaft
f. medullary cavity 6. Contains yellow marrow in adults bones
d. epiphyseal line 7. Growth plate remnant