Skeletal System Test Fall 2024

Front

The shaft or main portion of the bone is called

Back

diaphysis

Front

The ends of the bone are called _____?

Back

epiphysis

Front

The region that includes the epiphyseal plate where cartilage is replaced in bone is called

Back

metaphysis

Front

The thin layer of _____cartilage covers the end of a bone where a joint forms.

Back

hyaline

Front

The increased action of _____ will _____ blood calcium levels.

Back

osteoclasts; increase

Front

The membrane lining the inside of the medullary cavity is called _____?

Back

endosteum

Front

The membrane that is firmly attached to the bone is called _____?

Back

periosteum

Front

The canal of blood vessels and nerves running longitudinally through the bone is called

Back

haversian canal

Front

___ is the site for blood production.

Back

red marrow

Front

Osteoblasts develop into _____

Back

osteocytes