Structure of Long Bones

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Diaphysis

Middle shaft

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Epiphyses

Distal and proximal ends

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Metaphyses

Portion between the diaphysis and epiphyses

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Epiphyseal Plate

Layer of hyaline cartilage found in the metaphyses that allows bones to grow in length

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Epiphyseal Line

Ossified epiphyseal plate

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Articular Cartilage

Hyaline cartilage that covers the epiphyses, reduces friction and absorbs shock

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Periosteum

Tough sheath of dense irregular connective tissue that surrounds the outside of bone that is not covered by articular cartilage, allows bone to grow in width, lots of sensory nerves

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Medullary Cavity

Space within the diaphysis, contains yellow marrow

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Endosteum

Lines the medullary cavity, contains osteocytes