Understanding the Anatomy of a Long Bone

What is the main shaft of the bone called?

• Periosteum

• Endosteum

• Diaphysis

• Epiphysis

Which part of the bone is closest to the point of attachment?

• Articular Cartilage

• Medullary Cavity

• Proximal Epiphysis

• Distal Epiphysis

What is the function of the articular cartilage?

• To help bones grow longer

• To reduce friction in joints

• To store fat

• To make blood cells

Where is red bone marrow found?

• In the endosteum

• In the periosteum

• In the epiphyses

• In the diaphysis

What is the function of yellow bone marrow?

• To make blood cells

• To help bones grow longer

• To store fat

• To reduce friction

What are epiphyseal plates responsible for?

• Reducing friction

• Making blood cells

• Bone growth in length

• Storing fat

What type of bone makes our bones strong?

• Spongy bone

• Yellow bone marrow

• Articular cartilage

• Compact bone

What can yellow bone marrow convert to in times of emergency?

• Compact bone

• Spongy bone

• Red bone marrow

• Articular cartilage