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Which of the following processes occurs first in endochondral ossification?
Which of the following processes occurs first in endochondral ossification?
- Blood vessels penetrate the cartilage model
- Osteoblasts form a superficial layer of bone
- Chondrocytes near the center of the shaft enlarge (correct)
- Secondary ossification centers are created
What is the role of osteoblasts during the endochondral ossification process?
What is the role of osteoblasts during the endochondral ossification process?
- They maintain the cartilage structure
- They form a layer of bone around the cartilage model (correct)
- They promote the enlargement of chondrocytes
- They transform into osteoclasts to break down cartilage
What is the primary ossification center responsible for?
What is the primary ossification center responsible for?
- Creating articular cartilage at the joint surface
- Releasing hormones for bone growth
- Producing spongy bone within the central region of the cartilage (correct)
- Initiating blood vessel growth in the perichondrium
Which of the following best describes the growth of bone during endochondral ossification?
Which of the following best describes the growth of bone during endochondral ossification?
What remains unchanged after the formation of the secondary ossification centers?
What remains unchanged after the formation of the secondary ossification centers?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
Which components make up the majority of the weight of bone tissue?
Which components make up the majority of the weight of bone tissue?
What occurs during epiphyseal closure?
What occurs during epiphyseal closure?
Which process involves the production of new bone tissue by osteoblasts?
Which process involves the production of new bone tissue by osteoblasts?
What is a key difference between appositional growth and interstitial growth?
What is a key difference between appositional growth and interstitial growth?
Which type of fracture is characterized by a break that projects through the skin?
Which type of fracture is characterized by a break that projects through the skin?
What is the first step in bone fracture repair?
What is the first step in bone fracture repair?
Which statement most accurately describes endochondral ossification?
Which statement most accurately describes endochondral ossification?
Which type of fracture involves a twisting stress that spreads along the length of the bone?
Which type of fracture involves a twisting stress that spreads along the length of the bone?
What role do osteocytes play in bone tissue?
What role do osteocytes play in bone tissue?
Which function does the periosteum serve in relation to bone?
Which function does the periosteum serve in relation to bone?
What is one characteristic of comminuted fractures?
What is one characteristic of comminuted fractures?
What is osteolysis and its significance in bone remodeling?
What is osteolysis and its significance in bone remodeling?
What type of fracture typically occurs in children due to their not fully ossified long bones?
What type of fracture typically occurs in children due to their not fully ossified long bones?
Which of the following fractures can stop growth at the site if not monitored properly?
Which of the following fractures can stop growth at the site if not monitored properly?
What is the function of osteoblasts during bone growth?
What is the function of osteoblasts during bone growth?
Which type of bone is known for protecting underlying soft tissues and providing surface area for skeletal muscle attachment?
Which type of bone is known for protecting underlying soft tissues and providing surface area for skeletal muscle attachment?
Which of the following bone types is classified as small, flat, and typically develops within tendons?
Which of the following bone types is classified as small, flat, and typically develops within tendons?
Which category of bones is characterized by having complex shapes and includes examples such as vertebrae and facial bones?
Which category of bones is characterized by having complex shapes and includes examples such as vertebrae and facial bones?
What is the total number of bones found in the axial skeleton?
What is the total number of bones found in the axial skeleton?
Which bones are formed between cranial bones and are characterized by variability in number, size, and shape?
Which bones are formed between cranial bones and are characterized by variability in number, size, and shape?
What is the primary activity that occurs as chondrocytes near the center of the shaft enlarge during endochondral ossification?
What is the primary activity that occurs as chondrocytes near the center of the shaft enlarge during endochondral ossification?
What is the role of the periosteum in the process of endochondral ossification?
What is the role of the periosteum in the process of endochondral ossification?
During which step of endochondral ossification does the medullary cavity begin to form?
During which step of endochondral ossification does the medullary cavity begin to form?
What remains exposed to the joint cavity after the formation of secondary ossification centers?
What remains exposed to the joint cavity after the formation of secondary ossification centers?
How does bone overall grow in response to endochondral ossification?
How does bone overall grow in response to endochondral ossification?
What type of bone is characterized as small and boxy, like the bones of the wrist and ankles?
What type of bone is characterized as small and boxy, like the bones of the wrist and ankles?
Which type of blood vessels are primarily responsible for supplying blood to the metaphysis of long bones?
Which type of blood vessels are primarily responsible for supplying blood to the metaphysis of long bones?
Which type of bone cell is responsible for maintaining the condition of the bone matrix and is unable to divide?
Which type of bone cell is responsible for maintaining the condition of the bone matrix and is unable to divide?
What is the primary function of osteoblasts in the development of bone tissue?
What is the primary function of osteoblasts in the development of bone tissue?
Which of the following accurately describes bone markings related to depressions, grooves, and tunnels?
Which of the following accurately describes bone markings related to depressions, grooves, and tunnels?
Where are osteogenic cells, which are important for fracture repair, primarily located?
Where are osteogenic cells, which are important for fracture repair, primarily located?
What is the name of the outer layer that surrounds long bones and serves as a point of attachment for tendons and ligaments?
What is the name of the outer layer that surrounds long bones and serves as a point of attachment for tendons and ligaments?
Which structure within long bones provides access to the marrow cavity for nutrient arteries?
Which structure within long bones provides access to the marrow cavity for nutrient arteries?
What is the primary component responsible for the flexibility of bone tissue?
What is the primary component responsible for the flexibility of bone tissue?
What is the role of osteoclasts in bone remodeling?
What is the role of osteoclasts in bone remodeling?
Which type of bone growth primarily increases the width of bones?
Which type of bone growth primarily increases the width of bones?
What is found within the trabeculae of spongy bone?
What is found within the trabeculae of spongy bone?
What is the significance of perforating fibers associated with the periosteum?
What is the significance of perforating fibers associated with the periosteum?
Which process specifically refers to the conversion of cartilage into bone?
Which process specifically refers to the conversion of cartilage into bone?
What is the function of the endosteum in bone tissue?
What is the function of the endosteum in bone tissue?
What type of bone tissue primarily accounts for rigidity?
What type of bone tissue primarily accounts for rigidity?
What characterizes an open or compound fracture?
What characterizes an open or compound fracture?
Which type of fracture involves a shattering of the bone into multiple pieces?
Which type of fracture involves a shattering of the bone into multiple pieces?
What is the significance of the callus formation stage in fracture repair?
What is the significance of the callus formation stage in fracture repair?
During which step of fracture repair does a large blood clot form?
During which step of fracture repair does a large blood clot form?
Which type of fracture would typically be seen in children due to their bones not being fully ossified?
Which type of fracture would typically be seen in children due to their bones not being fully ossified?
What happens during epiphyseal closure?
What happens during epiphyseal closure?
Compression fractures are most commonly associated with which condition?
Compression fractures are most commonly associated with which condition?
What distinguishes a nondisplaced fracture from a displaced fracture?
What distinguishes a nondisplaced fracture from a displaced fracture?
What is the primary cause of achondroplasia?
What is the primary cause of achondroplasia?
Which condition is characterized by excessive cartilage formation leading to lengthened bones?
Which condition is characterized by excessive cartilage formation leading to lengthened bones?
What treatment is often used for conditions resulting from inadequate growth hormone?
What treatment is often used for conditions resulting from inadequate growth hormone?
What is the effect of aging on bone density?
What is the effect of aging on bone density?
Which statement describes gigantisn?
Which statement describes gigantisn?
What is the result of rickets in bones?
What is the result of rickets in bones?
Which of the following best describes the alterations in acromegaly?
Which of the following best describes the alterations in acromegaly?
What primarily causes osteoporosis as one ages?
What primarily causes osteoporosis as one ages?
What systematic approach is typically used to assess bone density?
What systematic approach is typically used to assess bone density?
How is Marfan syndrome commonly treated?
How is Marfan syndrome commonly treated?
What is the primary function of flat bones in the skeletal system?
What is the primary function of flat bones in the skeletal system?
How do sesamoid bones develop within the body?
How do sesamoid bones develop within the body?
Which category of bone is characterized by short and complex shapes, often forming the vertebrae?
Which category of bone is characterized by short and complex shapes, often forming the vertebrae?
What type of bones are typically formed between cranial bones and exhibit variability in size and shape?
What type of bones are typically formed between cranial bones and exhibit variability in size and shape?
What is a unique characteristic of irregular bones in comparison to other bone categories?
What is a unique characteristic of irregular bones in comparison to other bone categories?
What is the main event that occurs after the chondrocytes near the center of the shaft enlarge during endochondral ossification?
What is the main event that occurs after the chondrocytes near the center of the shaft enlarge during endochondral ossification?
Which process is initiated when blood vessels grow around the edge of the cartilage model during endochondral ossification?
Which process is initiated when blood vessels grow around the edge of the cartilage model during endochondral ossification?
During which step of endochondral ossification do fibroblasts differentiate into osteoblasts?
During which step of endochondral ossification do fibroblasts differentiate into osteoblasts?
What happens to cartilage near the epiphyses during the growth and remodeling phase of endochondral ossification?
What happens to cartilage near the epiphyses during the growth and remodeling phase of endochondral ossification?
Which structure remains after the epiphyses are filled with spongy bone in endochondral ossification?
Which structure remains after the epiphyses are filled with spongy bone in endochondral ossification?
What is a key characteristic of short bones?
What is a key characteristic of short bones?
What primarily serves as attachment points for muscles, tendons, and ligaments on bones?
What primarily serves as attachment points for muscles, tendons, and ligaments on bones?
Which type of bone cell is critical for producing new bone tissue?
Which type of bone cell is critical for producing new bone tissue?
Which artery provides blood supply to the area of the epiphysis?
Which artery provides blood supply to the area of the epiphysis?
Where are osteogenic cells primarily located?
Where are osteogenic cells primarily located?
Which component of long bones provides structural support and serves as a site for blood vessels and nerves?
Which component of long bones provides structural support and serves as a site for blood vessels and nerves?
What is the role of nutrient foramina in long bones?
What is the role of nutrient foramina in long bones?
What type of fracture is most likely to occur in individuals with osteoporosis due to extreme stresses?
What type of fracture is most likely to occur in individuals with osteoporosis due to extreme stresses?
Which type of fracture results in multiple pieces and significant fragmentation of the affected area?
Which type of fracture results in multiple pieces and significant fragmentation of the affected area?
What is the main risk associated with an open or compound fracture?
What is the main risk associated with an open or compound fracture?
During which stage of fracture repair does an internal callus of spongy bone form?
During which stage of fracture repair does an internal callus of spongy bone form?
What happens if an epiphyseal fracture is not monitored correctly during recovery?
What happens if an epiphyseal fracture is not monitored correctly during recovery?
Which type of fracture is characterized by a bending on one side and a break on the other, typically seen in children?
Which type of fracture is characterized by a bending on one side and a break on the other, typically seen in children?
What structural change defines a displaced fracture compared to a nondisplaced fracture?
What structural change defines a displaced fracture compared to a nondisplaced fracture?
What initial formation occurs within hours of a fracture that helps close injured vessels?
What initial formation occurs within hours of a fracture that helps close injured vessels?
What do osteoclasts primarily remove during bone remodeling?
What do osteoclasts primarily remove during bone remodeling?
Which of the following is a characteristic of trabecular bone?
Which of the following is a characteristic of trabecular bone?
What role does the periosteum serve in bone physiology?
What role does the periosteum serve in bone physiology?
Which statement accurately describes appositional bone growth?
Which statement accurately describes appositional bone growth?
Which process specifically involves the transformation of hyaline cartilage into bone?
Which process specifically involves the transformation of hyaline cartilage into bone?
What distinguishes the endosteum from the periosteum?
What distinguishes the endosteum from the periosteum?
During which phase of bone development do osteoclasts reabsorb the deeper layers of osteons?
During which phase of bone development do osteoclasts reabsorb the deeper layers of osteons?
Which of the following minerals is primarily incorporated into hydroxyapatite crystals in bone tissue?
Which of the following minerals is primarily incorporated into hydroxyapatite crystals in bone tissue?
What is the main consequence of overproduction of growth hormone before puberty?
What is the main consequence of overproduction of growth hormone before puberty?
Which condition is characterized by a severe lack of bone mass, often beginning at age 30 to 40?
Which condition is characterized by a severe lack of bone mass, often beginning at age 30 to 40?
What is a common treatment approach for achondroplasia to manage its effects?
What is a common treatment approach for achondroplasia to manage its effects?
What physiological change occurs as a result of acromegaly after puberty?
What physiological change occurs as a result of acromegaly after puberty?
What effect does ricketts have on the bone structure?
What effect does ricketts have on the bone structure?
Which condition is most commonly linked with excessive cartilage formation at the epiphyseal cartilages?
Which condition is most commonly linked with excessive cartilage formation at the epiphyseal cartilages?
What is a common physiological consequence of inadequate growth hormone?
What is a common physiological consequence of inadequate growth hormone?
Which of the following accurately describes the changes in bone density with aging?
Which of the following accurately describes the changes in bone density with aging?
What characterizes the differences in treatment for gigantism compared to acromegaly?
What characterizes the differences in treatment for gigantism compared to acromegaly?
How does the treatment of Ricketts primarily aim to improve bone health?
How does the treatment of Ricketts primarily aim to improve bone health?
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Flashcards
Endochondral Ossification
Endochondral Ossification
Process of bone formation within cartilage.
Primary Ossification Center
Primary Ossification Center
The initial site of bone formation in a long bone.
Chondrocytes' Role
Chondrocytes' Role
Enlarged chondrocytes die and are replaced by bone tissue in endochondral ossification.
Medullary Cavity Formation
Medullary Cavity Formation
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Secondary Ossification Centers
Secondary Ossification Centers
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Epiphyseal Closure
Epiphyseal Closure
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Bone Fracture
Bone Fracture
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Closed/Simple Fracture
Closed/Simple Fracture
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Open/Compound Fracture
Open/Compound Fracture
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Transverse Fracture
Transverse Fracture
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Comminuted Fracture
Comminuted Fracture
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Epiphyseal Fracture
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Osteoclasts
Osteoclasts
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Bone Matrix
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Compact Bone
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Spongy Bone
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Appositional Bone Growth
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Periosteum
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Endosteum
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Axial Skeleton
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Appendicular Skeleton
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Flat Bones
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Sutural Bones
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Long Bones
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Osteoclast's Role
Osteoclast's Role
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Short bones
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What are the roles of collagen fibers?
What are the roles of collagen fibers?
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Bone markings
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Calcium Salts' Contribution
Calcium Salts' Contribution
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What are osteons?
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What are trabeculae?
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Nutrient artery/vein
Nutrient artery/vein
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What is appositional bone growth?
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What is the Periosteum?
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Osteocyte
Osteocyte
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What is the Endosteum?
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Cartilage Model Enlarges
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Blood Vessels Grow Around Cartilage
Blood Vessels Grow Around Cartilage
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Blood Vessels Enter Cartilage
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Bone Growth & Remodeling
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Secondary Ossification Centers Form
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Compression Fracture
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Greenstick Fracture
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Fracture Hematoma Formation
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Callus Formation
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Internal Callus
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External Callus
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Fracture Repair: Stage 1
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Fracture Repair: Stage 2
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Fracture Repair: Stage 3
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Fracture Repair: Stage 4
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What causes shortened bones?
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What is Gigantism?
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What is Acromegaly?
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What is Achondroplasia?
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What causes Marfan Syndrome?
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What is Rickets?
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Bone Classification
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Irregular Bones
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Sesamoid Bones
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What are short bones?
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Bone Markings: Elevations
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Bone Markings: Depressions
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Osteogenic Cells
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Hydroxypatite
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Appositional Growth
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Fracture Hematoma
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Internal&External Callus
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Bone Fracture Repair: Stage 1
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Bone Fracture Repair: Stage 2
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Bone Fracture Repair: Stage 3
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Bone Fracture Repair: Stage 4
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Growth Hormone (GH) and Bone Growth
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Shortened Bones: Causes
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Gigantism
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Acromegaly
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Achondroplasia
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Marfan Syndrome
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What are the two major divisions of the skeleton?
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Bone Functions
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What are bone markings?
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What are osteogenic cells?
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What does hydroxyapatite do?
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What is appositional growth?
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What is a fracture hematoma?
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What is an internal callus?
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Osteoclast Function
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Bone Matrix Components
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Osteon
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Spongy Bone Function
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Periosteum Function
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Endosteum Function
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Medullary Cavity
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Interstitial Growth
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Study Notes
Bone Classification
- Bones are grouped into two main categories: axial and appendicular.
- Axial skeleton (80 bones): includes the bones of the skull, thorax, and vertebral column.
- Appendicular skeleton (126 bones): consists of the limbs and girdles that connect to the axial skeleton.
- Associated cartilages, ligaments, and connective tissues also form part of the skeletal system.
- The skeletal system provides structure, stores minerals and lipids, produces blood cells, and protects organs.
- Bone classification is based on shape into six categories: flat bones, sutural bones, long bones, irregular bones, sesamoid bones, and short bones.
Flat Bones
- Thin, parallel surfaces
- Protect underlying soft tissues
- Provide surface area for skeletal muscle attachment
- Examples: cranial bones, sternum, ribs, and scapulae
Sutural (Wormian) Bones
- Irregular bones found between cranial bones
- Vary in number, size, and shape
Long Bones
- Relatively long and slender
- Examples: various limb bones
Irregular Bones
- Complex shapes with short, flat, notched, or ridged surfaces
- Examples: vertebrae and bones of the pelvis and face
Sesamoid Bones
- Small, flat, seed-like shape
- Develop inside tendons or joints (knee, hands, and feet)
- Individual variation in location and number
- Example: patella
Short Bones
- Small and boxy
- Examples: wrist (carpals) and ankle (tarsals) bones
Bone Markings
- Surface features related to particular functions
- Elevations/projections: sites for muscle, tendon, and ligament attachment, as well as joints where bones meet.
- Depressions/grooves/tunnels: pathways for blood vessels and nerves
Long Bone Anatomy
- Anatomical arrangement: organized internal structure of long bones including epiphysis, metaphysis, diaphysis, and medullary cavity.
- Bone tissues: compact bone and spongy bone
- Functions: Support, leverage, protection, blood cell production.
Long Bones
- Contain an epiphysis (ends), metaphysis (growth plate), and diaphysis (shaft) connected by growth plates.
- Compact bone surrounds the medullary cavity.
- Spongy bone fills the epiphysis and metaphysis.
- The periosteum surrounds the outer bone surface, and the endosteum lines the inner surface of the bone.
Long Bones: Growth & Maintenance
- Nutrient artery/vein provides blood supply to the bone.
- Commonly one set per bone, a nutrient foramen provides access to the marrow cavity.
- Metaphyseal arteries/veins connect to epiphyseal vessels.
Osseous Cells & Tissues
- Osteoblasts: Form bone matrix
- Osteocytes: Mature bone cells
- Osteoclasts: Break down bone matrix
- Compact bone: Dense, outer bone layer
- Spongy bone: Inner, porous bone layer
- Developing bone: Immature bone structure
Bone Cells
- Osteogenic cells (osteoprogenitor cells): stem cells that develop into osteoblasts, key in fracture repair.
- Osteoblasts: precursors forming new bone matrix, depositing calcium salts, converting osteoid to bone.
- Osteocytes: Mature osteoblasts surrounded by bone matrix, maintaining protein and mineral content, residing in lacunae.
- Osteoclasts: Remove and remodel bone matrix, releasing acids and proteolytic enzymes, involved in osteolysis, residing in osteoclastic crypts.
Bone Tissue
- Bone matrix: Composed of collagen fibers (1/3 of weight) and calcium salts (2/3 of weight).
- Collagen gives flexibility, calcium salts give rigidity
- Calcium phosphate interacts with calcium hydroxide to form hydroxyapatite crystals, which incorporate other salts like calcium carbonate.
Compact Bone
- Concentric lamellae arranged around central (Haversian) canals.
- Canaliculi connect lacunae, allowing osteocytes to communicate.
- Interstitial and Circumferential lamellae fill spaces between osteons.
- Perforating (Volkmann's) canals connect central canals.
Spongy Bone
- Irregular lamellae arranged as trabeculae.
- No central canals; nutrients reach osteocytes through canaliculi.
- Red bone marrow occupies spaces between trabeculae, and produces blood cells.
Bone Growth
- Interstitial growth: Cartilage expands from within.
- Appositional growth: Bone grows externally by depositing new matrix surrounding existing bone.
Endochondral Ossification
- Process of turning cartilage into bone.
- Initial embryonic skeleton is hyaline cartilage; cartilage expands and is replaced by bone in both length and diameter.
- Stages include enlargement of cartilage, blood vessel growth, cartilage to osteoblast conversion, primary ossification creation, extensive ossification, cartilage replacement and medullary cavity development, secondary ossification center development, epiphyseal cartilage remains, and final length determination (puberty).
Bone Fractures
- A crack or break caused by mechanical stress.
- Most heal if blood vessel/nerve supply to the periosteum and endosteum survive.
- Four main stages to fracture repair: hematoma forms, internal and external callus forms, spongy bone replaces cartilage, then compact bone replaces spongy bone.
- General categories of fractures include closed/simple vs. open/compound types.
- Specific types include transverse, spiral, compression, greenstick, displaced, comminuted, and epiphyseal fractures.
Skeletal Abnormalities
- Inadequate or excessive growth hormone (GH) can lead to abnormalities like dwarfism (too little GH) and gigantism (too much GH).
- Acromegaly: Overproduction of GH after epiphyseal closure, causes bone thickening.
- Achondroplasia: Disorder where epiphyseal cartilage growth slows, resulting in shortened limbs.
- Marfan syndrome: Inherited condition leading to overly-long limbs.
- Rickets: Softening/weakening of bones due to low hydroxyapatite, often associated with vitamin D deficiency.
- Osteopenia or osteoporosis: Inadequate ossification leading to bone mass loss, affecting normal bone function.
Bone Changes with Age
- Bone density changes: decreased bone mass with age, osteopenia/osteoporosis.
- Testing: Bone density testing (e.g., T-score).
- Osteoporosis affects 8.9 million people per year, with hip fractures having high mortality.
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Test your knowledge on the classification of bones, including the differences between axial and appendicular skeletons. This quiz covers various bone types such as flat, sutural, and long bones, along with their characteristics and functions. Perfect for students of anatomy or anyone interested in the skeletal system!
