Enhance!
A mature bone cell is called this.
What is an osteocyte?
Segments of a long bone include one diaphysis and two of these.
What are Epiphyses?
Before your skeletal system develops, the framework of your embryonic body is composed entirely of this tissue.
What is cartilage?
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What is the Humerus?
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What is the Mandible?
These specialized cells are the main helpers in the process of bone repair.
What are Osteoblasts?
Bones come in 5 different shapes: Flat, long, sesamoid, short, and this.
What is Irregular?
The process of replacing hyaline cartilage by building bone is known by this scientific name.
What is Ossification?
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What is the Tibia?
Used for protection of the fragile brain tissue below, the cranial bones are classified as this shape.
What are Flat bones?
Compact bone is arranged into cylinders called this.
What are Osteons?
This type of bone tissue is used more in metabolic activity of the bones, and is named for the latin for "little beams"
What is Trabecular or Spongy bone?
Bones contain bone marrow, which is the site of this blood-cell creating process.
What is Hematopoiesis?
A joint that is used for a wide range of motion will most likely include this slippery substance.
What is Synovial Fluid?
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What is the Parietal Bone?
The center of an osteon, this circulatory tunnel in bone is crucial in bringing nutrients to bone tissue.
What is a Haversian Canal?
The ends of long bones are typically covered with this connective tissue.
What is Articular Cartilage?
Growth of long bones during maturity occurs along this line of cartilage. (Anatomical name only)
What is the Epiphyseal Plate?
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What is the Radius?
The inferior end of the axial skeleton terminates with this collection of fused vertebrae.
What is the Coccyx?
Despite sounding like an entree from Olive Garden, these small passageways connect neighboring osteocytes to help them receive nutrients.
What are Canaliculi?
This is the term for the outer layer of tough connective tissue that covers a bone and makes muscle attachment possible.
What is the Periosteum?
This specific area on a long bone is home to the process of blood cell formation.
What is the Medullary Cavity?
As a multiaxial joint, this joint type provides the largest potential range of motion.
What is Ball-In-Socket Joint?
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What is the Zygomatic bone?