SEHS lange bone

Medullary cavity

Articular cartilage

(Yellow) bone marrow

Spongey Bone

proximal Epiphysis

Distal Epiphysis

Diaphysis

Epiphysis

• Protects the bone

• Contains blood vessels and nerves

• Helps with growth and repair

two end portions each covered by articular cartilage

Periosteum

the “skin” that wraps around the bone and acts as protection

Diaphysis:

a long shaft of compact bone

Provides support and leverage

Spongy Bone:

type of bone with an irregular (n light) arrangement of tissue

• Makes bone lighter

• Contains red bone marrow

• Helps produce blood cells

Articular Cartilage:

reduce friction and absorb shock

Bone Marrow:

flexible tissue in the interior of bones; where production of red blood cells occurs, or fat is stored.

Medullary Cavity

contains bone marrow