Anatomy of the Skeletal System

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What is the head of a bone?

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The head of a bone is the rounded end of a bone that often articulates with another bone at a joint.

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What is the periosteum?

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The periosteum is the dense layer of vascular connective tissue that envelops the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

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What is the epiphysis of a bone?

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The epiphysis is the end part of a long bone, initially growing separately from the shaft, and is made of spongy bone.

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What are ligaments?

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Ligaments are the connective tissues that connect bone to bone, providing stability to joints.

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What are tendons?

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Tendons are the connective tissues that connect muscle to bone, allowing for movement.

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What is compact bone?

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Compact bone is the dense, hard layer of bone that provides strength and structure.

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What is spongy bone?

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Spongy bone is a lighter, less dense bone found at the ends of long bones and in the interior of others, containing red bone marrow.

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What is the diaphysis?

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The diaphysis is the long, tubular shaft of a long bone, providing leverage and support.

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What is the epiphyseal plate?

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The epiphyseal plate, or growth plate, is a hyaline cartilage plate in the metaphysis at each end of a long bone, where growth occurs.

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What is cartilage?

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Cartilage is a flexible connective tissue found in various parts of the body, including joints, providing cushioning and support.