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Bone Formation and Remodeling Quiz
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What is the main function of cartilage in the skeletal system?

  • Assist in generating movement by acting as levers
  • Store minerals for bone matrix
  • Provide flexibility and reduce friction between bones (correct)
  • Support soft organs in the body
  • Which component of bone tissue is responsible for red blood cell production?

  • Yellow marrow
  • Red marrow (correct)
  • Adipose tissues
  • Bone matrix
  • What is the primary function of bones in mineral homeostasis?

  • Assist in red blood cell production
  • Generate movement by acting as levers
  • Support soft organs in the body
  • Store and release minerals such as calcium and phosphorus as needed (correct)
  • How do bones contribute to fat/triglyceride storage?

    <p>The yellow marrow in adult bones contains adipose tissues and adipocytes for fat storage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of inorganic salt crystals depositing on collagen fibers called?

    <p>Calcification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone cells are responsible for bone resorption?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is spongy bone found?

    <p>In epiphyses and short, flat, and irregular bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the process of bone formation?

    <p>Mesenchymal cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of osteocytes in lacunae?

    <p>Communication through canaliculi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification forms flat bones?

    <p>Intramembranous ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are osteons found?

    <p>Under periosteum and diaphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of osteoblasts?

    <p>Bone formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone is denser and arranged in osteons?

    <p>Compact bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of dissolving old bone tissues called?

    <p>Bone resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are responsible for maintaining bone matrix and mineral concentrations?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone cells are derived from monocytes and macrophages?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification forms flat bones of the skull, mandible, and clavicle directly from fibrous connective tissue membrane?

    <p>Intramembranous ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At birth, which bones are not fully ossified to allow deformation during passage through the birth canal?

    <p>Skull and clavicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification involves the replacement of hyaline cartilage with bone tissue?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process leads to the establishment of the primary ossification center in the bone and the formation of the medullary cavity?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification occurs in most bones, where a hyaline cartilage model is replaced by bone tissue?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells add new bone material on the outer surface, while other cells break down bone from the inside, increasing the diameter of the medullary cavity?

    <p>Osteoblasts and osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification forms the last bones to ossify as the flat bones of the face at the end of adolescence?

    <p>Intramembranous ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does bone growth in length occur?

    <p>Epiphyseal plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification involves the differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes and the formation of a hyaline cartilage model?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification is responsible for bone growth in both length and thickness?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification involves the replacement of hyaline cartilage completely by the time of birth?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of ossification begins in the middle (diaphysis) and then extends to the ends (epiphyses) of the bone?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate, replacing cartilage and leaving behind the epiphyseal line in mature bones?

    <p>Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which zone of the epiphyseal plate is responsible for chondrocyte proliferation and the lengthening of the bone?

    <p>Proliferative zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during epiphyseal closure in long bones?

    <p>The epiphyseal plate narrows and eventually disappears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process leads to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification?

    <p>Appositional growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone remodeling?

    <p>Resorption of old bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How much old bone tissue is approximately replaced with new bone annually through the process of bone remodeling?

    <p>5-10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone growth continues until early adulthood, after which longitudinal growth stops?

    <p>Longitudinal bone growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between bone remodeling and bone modeling?

    <p>Bone modeling occurs at the surface, while bone remodeling involves resorption and deposition of bone matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are responsible for maintaining bone matrix and mineral concentrations?

    <p>Osteocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the process of bone formation?

    <p>Differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does appositional growth occur in bones?

    <p>At the perichondrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process where old, damaged bones are resorbed by osteoclasts and replaced by new bone deposition from osteoblasts called?

    <p>Bone remodeling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone provides attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs?

    <p>Flat bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the yellow marrow found in long bones?

    <p>Medullary cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cells are derived from mesenchymal cells and are mitotically active?

    <p>Osteoprogenitor cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of collagen fibers in bone tissue?

    <p>Provide flexibility and tensile strength</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of long bones?

    <p>Act as levers for muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the red marrow found in long bones?

    <p>Epiphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the articular cartilage in long bones?

    <p>Reduce friction and absorb shock</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are osteocytes found?

    <p>In the spongy bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is cube-shaped and provides support and stability with a small range of movement?

    <p>Short bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of red marrow in long bones?

    <p>Blood cell formation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the periosteum located in long bones?

    <p>Outer surface of bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of osteoblasts in bone tissue?

    <p>Synthesize and secrete the collagen framework and mineral/calcium salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone cells are responsible for maintaining bone matrix and mineral concentrations?

    <p>Osteocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the red marrow found in long bones?

    <p>In the epiphyses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of collagen fibers in bone tissue?

    <p>Facilitating mineral deposition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is spongy bone found?

    <p>In the epiphyses of long bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of cartilage in the skeletal system?

    <p>Providing flexibility and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of ossification forms the last bones to ossify as the flat bones of the face at the end of adolescence?

    <p>Intramembranous ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone remodeling?

    <p>Breaking down old bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the periosteum located in long bones?

    <p>Covering the bone surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during epiphyseal closure in long bones?

    <p>Cartilage is replaced by bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone provides attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs?

    <p>Flat bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the articular cartilage in long bones?

    <p>Reducing friction and absorbing shock at joint surfaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone cells are derived from monocytes and macrophages?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is cube-shaped and provides support with a small range of movement?

    <p>Short bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of sesamoid bones?

    <p>To protect and support against compressive forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the periosteum?

    <p>To cover the outer surface of bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells found?

    <p>In the bone matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the narrow region where epiphysis and diaphysis meet, containing the growth or epiphyseal plate in growing bones?

    <p>Metaphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary component of the microscopic structure of bone responsible for providing hardness and tensile strength?

    <p>Inorganic salts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the membranous lining of the medullary cavity called?

    <p>Endosteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of bone is thin and curved, serving as attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs?

    <p>Flat bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fills the spaces in spongy bone?

    <p>Red marrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the wide region filled with spongy bone and red marrow in long bones called?

    <p>Epiphyses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of osteocytes in bone maintenance?

    <p>To maintain bone matrix and mineral concentrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cylindrical shaft of a long bone called?

    <p>Diaphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the six functions of bone tissue and the components of the skeletal system.

    <p>The six functions of bone tissue include support, protection, hemopoiesis/red blood cell production, mineral homeostasis, fat/triglyceride storage, and assistance in generating movement. The components of the skeletal system consist of bones, which are dense connective tissues that primarily provide hardness and strength, and cartilage, which mainly provides flexibility or smooth surfaces for bones to move against each other, reduce friction, and absorb shock.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Classify bones on the basis of their shape and location.

    <p>Bones can be classified based on their shape into long bones, short bones, flat bones, and irregular bones. Based on their location, bones can be classified as axial bones (e.g., skull, vertebral column, rib cage) and appendicular bones (e.g., upper and lower limbs, shoulder, and pelvic girdle).</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the process of ossification and its role in bone formation.

    <p>Ossification is the process of bone formation, initiated by mesenchymal cells forming a template. Intramembranous ossification forms flat bones, while endochondral ossification forms long and irregular bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the structure and function of osteocytes in bone tissue.

    <p>Osteocytes in lacunae communicate through canaliculi and receive nutrients. Their function is to maintain bone tissue and regulate mineral concentrations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of compact bone and where is it found in the body?

    <p>Compact bone is denser, arranged in osteons, and found under periosteum and in the diaphysis of long bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the composition and location of spongy bone in the skeletal system.

    <p>Spongy bone is less dense, made of trabeculae, and found in epiphyses and short, flat, and irregular bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the role of osteoclasts in bone remodeling and maintenance.

    <p>Osteoclasts are responsible for bone resorption and maintaining bone matrix and mineral concentrations by releasing enzymes. They are derived from monocytes and macrophages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does calcification occur in bone tissue and what is its significance?

    <p>Calcification is the process of inorganic salt crystals depositing on collagen fibers. It contributes to the strength and rigidity of bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the dynamic nature of bones and the processes involved in bone tissue maintenance.

    <p>Bones have a dynamic nature, constantly forming new tissues and dissolving old ones. This is achieved through processes such as ossification, resorption, and remodeling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the process and significance of intramembranous and endochondral ossification in bone development.

    <p>Intramembranous ossification forms flat bones directly from fibrous connective tissue membrane, while endochondral ossification forms long and irregular bones by replacing hyaline cartilage with bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four types of bone cells and their respective functions?

    <p>The four types of bone cells are osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, osteocytes, and osteoclasts. Their functions include bone formation, maintenance, and remodeling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the communication and nutrient exchange mechanism of osteocytes in bone tissue.

    <p>Osteocytes in lacunae communicate through canaliculi and receive nutrients, allowing them to maintain bone tissue and regulate mineral concentrations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the differences between compact bone and spongy bone in terms of structure and location within the skeletal system.

    <p>Compact bone is denser, arranged in osteons, and found under periosteum and in the diaphysis of long bones, while spongy bone is less dense, made of trabeculae, and found in epiphyses and short, flat, and irregular bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the role of osteoclasts in bone resorption and maintenance of bone matrix and mineral concentrations.

    <p>Osteoclasts are responsible for bone resorption and maintaining bone matrix and mineral concentrations by releasing enzymes. They are derived from monocytes and macrophages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of bone formation processes and the bones they are associated with?

    <p>Intramembranous ossification forms flat bones of the skull, mandible, and clavicle directly from fibrous connective tissue membrane, while endochondral ossification occurs in most bones and replaces a hyaline cartilage model with bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last step in the process of intramembranous ossification?

    <p>The last bones to ossify by intramembranous ossification are the flat bones of the face at the end of adolescence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the process of endochondral ossification.

    <p>Endochondral ossification involves the differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes, formation of a hyaline cartilage model, enlargement of central chondrocytes, penetration of capillaries into the cartilage, and continued growth of cartilage and chondrocytes at the ends of the bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does bone grow in length and thickness?

    <p>Bone grows in length at the epiphyseal plate and in thickness by appositional growth, eventually completing growth in length when the epiphyseal plate closes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the roles of osteoblasts and osteoclasts in bone growth?

    <p>Osteoblasts add new bone material on the outer surface, while osteoclasts break down bone from the inside, increasing the diameter of the medullary cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of endochondral ossification in bone growth?

    <p>Endochondral ossification is responsible for bone growth in both length and thickness, involving the replacement of hyaline cartilage with bone tissue and the continuous growth of cartilage and chondrocytes at the ends of the bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of bone growth through endochondral ossification?

    <p>The process of endochondral ossification leads to the establishment of the primary ossification center in the bone and the formation of the medullary cavity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does endochondral ossification contribute to the replacement of hyaline cartilage with bone tissue?

    <p>Endochondral ossification involves the replacement of hyaline cartilage with bone tissue by the time of birth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of osteoblasts in bone growth?

    <p>Osteoblasts add new bone material on the outer surface, contributing to bone growth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does endochondral ossification occur in most bones?

    <p>Endochondral ossification occurs in most bones, replacing a hyaline cartilage model with bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of mesenchymal cells in the process of endochondral ossification?

    <p>Mesenchymal cells differentiate into chondrocytes and contribute to the formation of a hyaline cartilage model in the process of endochondral ossification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the last bones to ossify by intramembranous ossification?

    <p>The last bones to ossify by intramembranous ossification are the flat bones of the face at the end of adolescence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the five steps of endochondral ossification and provide a brief description of each step.

    <p>The five steps of endochondral ossification are: differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes, formation of the cartilage model and perichondrium, penetration of capillaries, development of primary ossification center, and development of secondary ossification centers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the epiphyseal plate and what happens to it during puberty?

    <p>The epiphyseal plate is responsible for longitudinal bone growth. During puberty, it narrows and eventually disappears, leading to epiphyseal closure and leaving behind the epiphyseal line.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the four zones of the epiphyseal plate.

    <p>The four zones of the epiphyseal plate are: reserve zone, proliferative zone, maturation and hypertrophy zone, and calcified matrix.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Distinguish between longitudinal bone growth and appositional growth.

    <p>Longitudinal bone growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate, where ossification replaces cartilage and leaves behind the epiphyseal line in mature bones. Appositional growth, also known as modeling, occurs at the perichondrium, leading to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the process of bone remodeling and how it differs from bone modeling.

    <p>Bone remodeling is a dynamic process where old, damaged bones are resorbed by osteoclasts and replaced by new bone deposition from osteoblasts. It differs from bone modeling as it occurs on the same surface and involves both resorption and deposition of bone matrix.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what rate is old bone tissue replaced with new bone annually through the process of bone remodeling?

    <p>Approximately 5-10% of old bone tissue is replaced with new bone annually through the process of bone remodeling.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does bone growth in length stop and what leads to this cessation?

    <p>Bone growth in length stops in early adulthood due to a decrease in chondrocyte proliferation, leading to the replacement of cartilage with osseous tissue and the formation of the epiphyseal line in mature and adult bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of osteoclasts and osteoblasts in bone remodeling?

    <p>The combined action of osteoclasts and osteoblasts leads to an increase in the width of bones through modeling, as old and damaged bone tissue is replaced with new bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does appositional growth occur, and how does it contribute to bone development?

    <p>Appositional growth, or modeling, occurs at the perichondrium, leading to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification, contributing to the development and widening of bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process responsible for the continuous replacement of old and damaged bone tissue with new bone tissue in adult life?

    <p>The process of bone remodeling is responsible for the continuous replacement of old and damaged bone tissue with new bone tissue in adult life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the fate of the epiphyseal plate during puberty and its significance in bone growth?

    <p>During puberty, the epiphyseal plate narrows and eventually disappears, leading to epiphyseal closure, which signifies the end of longitudinal bone growth and the formation of the epiphyseal line in mature bones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between endochondral ossification and appositional growth in bone development?

    <p>The primary difference between endochondral ossification and appositional growth is that endochondral ossification occurs at the epiphyseal plate, replacing cartilage and leaving behind the epiphyseal line in mature bones, while appositional growth occurs at the perichondrium, contributing to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the function of the periosteum and the endosteum in relation to bone structure and growth.

    <p>The periosteum is a fibrous membrane covering the bone surface, while the endosteum lines the medullary cavity. Both are involved in bone growth and repair, with the periosteum providing a site for muscle and ligament attachment and the endosteum being involved in the deposition of new bone during growth and repair.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the major features and functions of the diaphysis and epiphyses in long bones.

    <p>The diaphysis is the long cylindrical shaft filled with yellow marrow, while the epiphyses are the wide regions filled with spongy bone and red marrow. The diaphysis provides structure and support, while the epiphyses are involved in articulation with other bones and in the production of red blood cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the function and location of yellow marrow and red marrow in long bones.

    <p>The yellow marrow is found in the medullary cavity of long bones and is involved in fat storage, while the red marrow fills the spaces in spongy bone and is responsible for the production of red blood cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the role of sesamoid bones and provide an example of their location in the human body.

    <p>Sesamoid bones are small and round, embedded in tendons to protect and support against compressive forces. An example of a sesamoid bone is the patellae, located within the tendon of the knee.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the composition of bone tissue and the role of osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, and osteocytes in bone matrix.

    <p>Bone tissue is composed of cells embedded in a matrix of water and collagen fibers, providing a structural framework for inorganic salts to deposit on and attach to. Osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells are responsible for the production of osteoblasts, which in turn produce bone matrix. Osteocytes are mature bone cells involved in maintaining the bone matrix.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the classification and function of flat bones, providing examples of flat bones in the human body.

    <p>Flat bones, such as cranial and rib bones, have a thin and curved structure, providing attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs. They function in protecting vital organs and providing a surface for muscle attachment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the structure and function of irregular bones, and provide examples of irregular bones in the human body.

    <p>Irregular bones, such as facial bones and vertebrae, have a complex shape and provide protection for internal organs. They function in protecting and supporting the vital structures within the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the role of long bones in the skeletal system and provide examples of long bones in the human body.

    <p>Long bones, such as the humerus and femur, act as levers for muscle movement and are involved in supporting body weight and providing mobility. They play a crucial role in skeletal movement and support.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the structure and function of short bones, and provide examples of short bones in the human body.

    <p>Short bones, like tarsals and carpals, are cube-shaped and provide support and stability with limited movement. They function in providing stability and supporting weight distribution in the body.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the function of articular cartilage and its location in long bones.

    <p>Articular cartilage covers the joint surfaces of long bones, providing a smooth and lubricated surface for low-friction movement and cushioning the ends of bones during articulation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the function of the metaphysis and its significance in bone growth and development.

    <p>The metaphysis is the narrow region where the epiphysis and diaphysis meet, containing the growth plate in growing bones. It plays a vital role in longitudinal bone growth and the transition from cartilage to bone.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    List the 5 groups in which bones can be classified based on their shape and provide an example for each group.

    <p>Long (humerus, femur), short (tarsals, carpals), flat (cranial bones, rib bones), irregular (facial bones, vertebrae), sesamoid (patellae)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the major features of a long bone, and briefly describe the function of each feature?

    <p>Diaphysis (long cylindrical shaft filled with yellow marrow), epiphyses (wide regions filled with spongy bone and red marrow), metaphyses (narrow region where epiphysis and diaphysis meet, contains growth plate), epiphyseal line (remnant of growth plate, indicating the end of longitudinal bone growth), periosteum (fibrous membrane covering bone surface), endosteum (lines medullary cavity, involved in growth and repair), medullary cavity (contains yellow marrow), yellow marrow (stores fat), red marrow (site of hematopoiesis), articular cartilage (covers joint surfaces)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the structure and function of osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, and osteocytes in bone matrix.

    <p>Osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells are undifferentiated cells responsible for bone formation, osteoblasts are bone-forming cells that secrete matrix components, and osteocytes are mature bone cells involved in maintaining bone matrix and detecting mechanical stress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the composition of bones and the role of inorganic salts in bone structure.

    <p>Bones are made of connective tissue support, with cells embedded in a matrix of water and collagen fibers, providing a structural framework for inorganic salts to deposit on and attach to, contributing to bone hardness and strength.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define the roles of long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones, and sesamoid bones in the body.

    <p>Long bones act as levers for muscle movement, short bones provide support and stability, flat bones provide attachment surfaces for muscles and protect internal organs, irregular bones have a complex shape and provide protection for internal organs, and sesamoid bones are embedded in tendons to protect and support against compressive forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the functions of the major features of long bones in the skeletal system.

    <p>The diaphysis provides structural support and contains yellow marrow, the epiphyses contain spongy bone and red marrow for hematopoiesis, the metaphysis contains the growth plate for longitudinal bone growth, the periosteum and endosteum are involved in growth, repair, and nutrient supply, the medullary cavity contains yellow marrow for fat storage, and the articular cartilage covers joint surfaces for smooth movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Discuss the role of spongy bone, red marrow, and articular cartilage in long bones.

    <p>Spongy bone provides structural support and houses red marrow for hematopoiesis, while articular cartilage covers joint surfaces for smooth movement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the relationship between bone cells and bone remodeling.

    <p>Osteoclasts and osteoblasts are responsible for bone remodeling, with osteoclasts resorbing old bone tissue and osteoblasts depositing new bone tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are bones made of connective tissue support, and what is the role of inorganic salts in bone structure?

    <p>Bones are made of connective tissue support with cells embedded in a matrix of water and collagen fibers, providing a structural framework for inorganic salts to deposit on and attach to, contributing to bone hardness and strength.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Describe the structure and function of osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, and osteocytes in bone matrix.

    <p>Osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells are undifferentiated cells responsible for bone formation, osteoblasts are bone-forming cells that secrete matrix components, and osteocytes are mature bone cells involved in maintaining bone matrix and detecting mechanical stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the functions of long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones, and sesamoid bones in the body.

    <p>Long bones act as levers for muscle movement, short bones provide support and stability, flat bones provide attachment surfaces for muscles and protect internal organs, irregular bones have a complex shape and provide protection for internal organs, and sesamoid bones are embedded in tendons to protect and support against compressive forces.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following functions of bone tissue with their descriptions:

    <p>Support = Provides structural framework for the body and supports posture and position, soft organs, and muscle attachment sites Protection = Protects internal organs Hemopoiesis/red blood cell production = Site of blood cell formation Mineral homeostasis = Stores and releases minerals for cardiac, muscle, nervous, enzyme, and blood physiology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following components of the skeletal system with their descriptions:

    <p>Bones = Mainly provide hardness and strength Cartilage = Mainly provide flexibility, reduce friction, and absorb shock Red marrow = Site of red blood cell production Yellow marrow = Contains adipose tissues and stores fat/triglyceride for energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following functions of the skeletal system with their descriptions:

    <p>Support = Provides structural framework, posture, organ support, and muscle attachment sites Protection = Protects internal organs Hemopoiesis/red blood cell production = Site of blood cell formation Mineral homeostasis = Stores and releases minerals for physiological functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone classifications with their basis:

    <p>Long bones = Found in the limbs, with shaft and two ends Short bones = Cube-shaped, found in wrists and ankles Flat bones = Thin and curved, protect organs Irregular bones = Miscellaneous shape, do not fit into other categories</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone classification with their corresponding description:

    <p>Long bones = Act as levers for muscle movement Short bones = Cube-shaped and provide support and stability with limited movement Flat bones = Have a thin and curved structure, providing attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs Irregular bones = Have a complex shape and provide protection for internal organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone structures with their descriptions:

    <p>Diaphysis = Long cylindrical shaft filled with yellow marrow Epiphyses = Wide regions filled with spongy bone and red marrow Metaphysis = Narrow region where the epiphysis and diaphysis meet, containing the growth plate in growing bones Periosteum = Fibrous membrane covering the bone surface</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone components with their descriptions:

    <p>Yellow marrow = Found in the medullary cavity of long bones Red marrow = Fills the spaces in spongy bone Articular cartilage = Covers the joint surfaces Osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells = Types of cells found within the bone matrix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone cells with their functions:

    <p>Osteogenic cells = Bone stem cells responsible for bone formation Osteoblasts = Responsible for bone matrix formation and mineralization Osteocytes = Regulate bone mineral homeostasis and communicate through canaliculi Osteoclasts = Derived from monocytes and macrophages, responsible for bone resorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the bone types with their characteristics:

    <p>Compact bone = Contains osteons with blood vessels, nerves, osteocytes, and canaliculi Spongy bone = Consists of trabeculae, osteocytes, lacunae, and red marrow-filled spaces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the bone formation processes with the bones they form:

    <p>Intramembranous ossification = Initiated by mesenchymal cells forming a template Endochondral ossification = Initiated by a hyaline cartilage model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the bone tissue processes with their descriptions:

    <p>Calcification = Process of inorganic salt crystals depositing on collagen fibers Ossification = Begins with mesenchymal cells forming a template Bone remodeling = Process of bone resorption and formation to maintain bone matrix and mineral concentrations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone formation process with its associated bone type:

    <p>Intramembranous ossification = Forms flat bones directly from fibrous connective tissue membrane Endochondral ossification = Replaces hyaline cartilage with bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements with the correct bone formation process:

    <p>Forms flat bones of the skull, mandible, and clavicle directly from fibrous connective tissue membrane = Intramembranous ossification Occurs in most bones, where a hyaline cartilage model is replaced by bone tissue = Endochondral ossification The last bones to ossify are the flat bones of the face at the end of adolescence = Intramembranous ossification Responsible for bone growth in both length and thickness, involving the replacement of hyaline cartilage with bone tissue = Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone growth processes with their descriptions:

    <p>Growth in length at the epiphyseal plate and in thickness by appositional growth = Endochondral ossification Osteoblasts add new bone material on the outer surface, while osteoclasts break down bone from the inside, increasing the diameter of the medullary cavity = Both intramembranous and endochondral ossification Bone grows in length when the epiphyseal plate closes = Endochondral ossification Involves the differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes and continued growth of cartilage and chondrocytes at the ends of the bone = Endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone growth processes with their descriptions:

    <p>Endochondral ossification = Responsible for longitudinal bone growth Appositional growth = Leads to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification Bone modeling = Occurs at the perichondrium and increases bone diameter Bone remodeling = Involves continuous replacement of old and damaged bone tissue with new bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone growth zones with their descriptions:

    <p>Reserve zone = Contains resting chondrocytes that have not yet begun the process of hypertrophy Proliferative zone = Contains actively dividing chondrocytes Maturation and hypertrophy zone = Chondrocytes undergo hypertrophy and mature Calcified matrix = Mineralized cartilage matrix where chondrocytes die and the matrix begins to deteriorate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone cells with their functions:

    <p>Osteoclasts = Resorb old and damaged bone tissue Osteoblasts = Deposit new bone tissue Osteocytes = Maintain bone matrix and mineral concentrations Osteoprogenitor cells = Involved in the repair and remodeling of bone tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone growth features with their descriptions:

    <p>Epiphyseal plate = Responsible for longitudinal bone growth and eventually disappears during puberty Epiphyseal line = Left behind in mature bones after epiphyseal closure Metaphysis = Narrow cartilaginous region between the epiphyses and diaphysis Perichondrium = Location of appositional growth that increases bone diameter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone growth processes with their characteristics:

    <p>Longitudinal bone growth = Occurs at the epiphyseal plate and replaces cartilage with osseous tissue Appositional growth = Increases bone diameter through modeling at the perichondrium Bone remodeling = Involves both resorption and deposition of bone matrix on the same surface Bone modeling = Leads to an increase in the width of bones through the combined action of osteoclasts and osteoblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following bone growth stages with their descriptions:

    <p>Differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes = First step of endochondral ossification Formation of the cartilage model and perichondrium = Second step of endochondral ossification Penetration of capillaries = Third step of endochondral ossification Development of secondary ossification centers = Fifth step of endochondral ossification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of vertebrae with their corresponding regions in the human anatomy:

    <p>Cervical vertebrae (C1-7) = Neck region Thoracic vertebrae (T1-12) = Upper back region Rib (R1-12) = Chest region Lumbar vertebrae (L1-5) = Lower back region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding muscle count in the human body:

    <p>Vestigial muscles = Present in some individuals but absent in others Male and female muscles = May have the same muscle but with different purposes Total skeletal muscles = Between 600 and 840 muscles Muscles listed in the table = 761 skeletal muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following muscle relationships with their descriptions:

    <p>Agonistic and Antagonistic Muscles = Often paired but can also work together in groups Groups of muscles = Work together to make or cancel a movement Relationships in the table = Not at all complete Well-known muscle relationships = Listed in the table but not comprehensive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions regarding muscle function:

    <p>Agonistic and Antagonistic Muscles = Work together to create or cancel a movement Muscle count variation = Due to different grouping and gender-specific muscles Vestigial muscles = Present in some and absent in others Muscle count in the table = Based on statistical counts, ignoring gender-specific muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of vertebrae with their specific naming convention:

    <p>Cervical vertebrae = C1-C7 Thoracic vertebrae = T1-T12 Rib = R1-R12 Lumbar vertebrae = L1-L5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the number of skeletal muscles with their range in the typical human body:

    <p>Between 600 and 840 = The present table in the text lists 761 skeletal muscles Around 700 = Anatomical sources group muscles differently, with no definitive count Over 800 = There is no definitive source counting all skeletal muscles Less than 600 = There are between 600 and 840 muscles within the typical human body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the relationship between muscles with their description:

    <p>Agonistic and Antagonistic = Muscles are often paired to either make or cancel a movement Synergistic = Groups of muscles working together to produce a movement Neutralizing = Muscles working to stabilize a joint during movement Compensatory = Muscles working to compensate for the weakness or absence of another muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the function of vestigial muscles with their characteristic:

    <p>Present in some people but absent in others = Vestigial muscles like the palmaris longus muscle Universal presence = Vestigial muscles found in all individuals Gender-specific = Vestigial muscles with different occurrences in males and females Functional significance = Vestigial muscles contributing to specific movements or actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many skeletal muscles are typically found in the human body?

    <p>600-840</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the red marrow found in long bones?

    <p>In the epiphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between agonistic and antagonistic muscles?

    <p>They work together to make or cancel a movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the process of bone formation?

    <p>Mesenchymal cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many skeletal muscles are typically found in the human body?

    <p>800</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does endochondral ossification occur in most bones?

    <p>Metaphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What initiates the process of bone formation?

    <p>Mesenchymal cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between endochondral ossification and appositional growth in bone development?

    <p>Location of occurrence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name a specific Rib, Thoracic vertebrae or Cervical vertebrae using anatomical terminology from the table provided.

    <p>An example answer could be T1 for a specific Thoracic vertebrae.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many skeletal muscles are present in the typical human body, according to the table?

    <p>There are 761 skeletal muscles according to the table.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the concept of agonistic and antagonistic muscles and why it can be misleading.

    <p>Muscles are often paired as agonistic and antagonistic, but in general, it is groups of muscles working together to either make or cancel a movement. The concept can be misleading as it oversimplifies the complex interactions of muscle groups.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is there a range of 600 to 840 muscles within the typical human body, according to the text?

    <p>The range exists due to different sources grouping muscles differently and the presence of vestigial muscles that are present in some people but absent in others, such as the palmaris longus muscle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sternum?

    <p>To protect the heart, lungs, and major blood vessels from injury</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three main parts of the sternum?

    <p>Manubrium, Body (gladiolus), Xiphoid process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which direction is the sternum angled in its natural position?

    <p>Obliquely, downward and forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On average, how much longer is the sternum in males compared to females?

    <p>1.7 cm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sternum?

    <p>Protection of vital organs such as the heart and lungs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sternal foramen?

    <p>A congenital single round hole in the sternum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of sternal fractures?

    <p>Trauma, such as in a car accident</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of using the sternum as a site for bone marrow biopsy?

    <p>Accessibility in patients with a high BMI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the usual presentation of a sternal foramen?

    <p>A single round hole in the sternum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the xiphoid process?

    <p>Attachment point for some abdominal muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the fusion of the manubriosternal joint?

    <p>It occurs in around 5% of the population</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of difficulty in accessing traditional bone marrow biopsy sites?

    <p>Excess tissue due to high BMI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What attaches the pericardium to the posterior side of the manubrium?

    <p>Superior sternopericardial ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle is innervated by one of the intercostal nerves and attaches at the posterior surface of the lower sternum?

    <p>Transversus thoracis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the xiphoid process?

    <p>Attachment site for muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the sternum is considered to have only a front and back surface?

    <p>Body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During physical examinations, the sternal angle is a useful landmark because the second rib attaches here. Where is the sternal angle located?

    <p>Where the sternum projects farthest forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many ossification centers are there for the body of the sternum?

    <p>Six</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the transversus thoracis muscle attach superiorly?

    <p>Xiphoid process</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the sternal angle during physical examinations?

    <p>Forms a notch for the reception of the costal cartilage of the second rib</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age does the ossification of the xiphoid process occur?

    <p>Between the fifth and eighteenth years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the sternum?

    <p>Highly vascular tissue, covered by a thin layer of compact bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the cartilages of the top five ribs joined with the sternum?

    <p>Sternocostal joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the location of the suprasternal notch (jugular notch)?

    <p>In the middle at the upper broadest part of the manubrium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the suprasternal notch located?

    <p>Between the clavicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the sternal angle?

    <p>To act as a useful landmark during physical examinations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if the xiphoid process is improperly handled during CPR?

    <p>It can cause fatal hemorrhage by driving into the liver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the sternum develop?

    <p>From two cartilaginous bars fusing together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What attaches the pericardium to the posterior xiphoid process?

    <p>Inferior sternopericardial ligament</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do the cartilages of the top five ribs join with the sternum?

    <p>At the sternocostal joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What serves as attachment points for various muscles and ligaments, such as the pectoralis major and sternopericardial ligament?

    <p>Body or gladiolus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the sternum?

    <p>Highly vascular tissue and compact bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the sternum is the longest sternal part, flat with front and back surfaces, marked by transverse ridges and pectoralis major attachments?

    <p>Body or gladiolus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the manubrium?

    <p>To form the broad upper part of the sternum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the sternal angle located?

    <p>At the junction of the manubrium and body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many ossification centers does the sternum ossify from?

    <p>Six</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Bone Formation: Intramembranous and Endochondral Ossification

    • Intramembranous ossification forms flat bones of the skull, mandible, and clavicle directly from fibrous connective tissue membrane.
    • Mesenchymal cells cluster to form an ossification center, secrete osteoid, leading to calcification and formation of trabeculae, followed by the development of compact bone and red marrow.
    • Skull and clavicles are not fully ossified at birth to allow deformation during passage through the birth canal.
    • The last bones to ossify by intramembranous ossification are the flat bones of the face at the end of adolescence.
    • Endochondral ossification occurs in most bones, where a hyaline cartilage model is replaced by bone tissue.
    • The replacement begins in the middle (diaphysis) and then extends to the ends (epiphyses) of the bone.
    • Osseous tissues replace the hyaline cartilage completely by the time of birth.
    • Bone grows in length at the epiphyseal plate and in thickness by appositional growth, eventually completing growth in length when the epiphyseal plate closes.
    • Osteoblasts add new bone material on the outer surface, while osteoclasts break down bone from the inside, increasing the diameter of the medullary cavity.
    • Endochondral ossification involves the differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes, formation of a hyaline cartilage model, enlargement of central chondrocytes, penetration of capillaries into the cartilage, and continued growth of cartilage and chondrocytes at the ends of the bone.
    • The process of endochondral ossification leads to the establishment of the primary ossification center in the bone and the formation of the medullary cavity.
    • Endochondral ossification is responsible for bone growth in both length and thickness, involving the replacement of hyaline cartilage with bone tissue and the continuous growth of cartilage and chondrocytes at the ends of the bone.

    Bone Growth and Remodeling

    • Endochondral ossification follows five steps: differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes, formation of the cartilage model and perichondrium, penetration of capillaries, development of primary ossification center, and development of secondary ossification centers.
    • The epiphyseal plate is a narrow cartilaginous region between the epiphyses and diaphysis at the metaphysis, responsible for longitudinal bone growth.
    • During puberty, the epiphyseal plate narrows and eventually disappears, leading to epiphyseal closure, leaving behind the epiphyseal line.
    • The epiphyseal plate has four zones: reserve zone, proliferative zone, maturation and hypertrophy zone, and calcified matrix.
    • Longitudinal bone growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate, where ossification replaces cartilage and leaves behind the epiphyseal line in mature bones.
    • Appositional growth, also known as modeling, occurs at the perichondrium, leading to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification.
    • Bone remodeling is a dynamic process where old, damaged bones are resorbed by osteoclasts and replaced by new bone deposition from osteoblasts.
    • Bone remodeling is different from bone modeling, as it occurs on the same surface and involves both resorption and deposition of bone matrix.
    • Approximately 5-10% of old bone tissue is replaced with new bone annually through the process of bone remodeling.
    • The process of bone remodeling occurs in adult life and involves the continuous replacement of old and damaged bone tissue with new bone tissue.
    • The combined action of osteoclasts and osteoblasts leads to an increase in the width of bones through modeling.
    • Bone growth continues until early adulthood, after which longitudinal growth stops due to a decrease in chondrocyte proliferation, leading to the replacement of cartilage with osseous tissue and the formation of the epiphyseal line in mature and adult bones.

    Classification and Structure of Bones

    • Bones can be classified into 5 groups based on their shape: long, short, flat, irregular, and sesamoid
    • Long bones, such as the humerus and femur, are longer than they are wide and act as levers for muscles
    • Short bones, like the tarsals and carpals, are cube-shaped and provide support with a small range of movement
    • Flat bones, including the cranial bones and ribs, have a thin and curved structure, serving as attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs
    • Irregular bones, like facial bones and vertebrae, have a complex shape and protect internal organs
    • Sesamoid bones, such as the patellae, are small and round, embedded in tendons to protect and support against compressive forces
    • Major features of long bones include diaphysis, epiphyses, metaphyses, epiphyseal line, periosteum, endosteum, medullary cavity, yellow marrow, red marrow, and articular cartilage
    • Long bone structures include the diaphysis, which is the cylindrical shaft, the medullary cavity filled with yellow marrow, and the epiphyses, which are wide regions filled with spongy bone and red marrow
    • The metaphysis is the narrow region where epiphysis and diaphysis meet, containing the growth or epiphyseal plate in growing bones, and the endosteum is a membranous lining of the medullary cavity
    • The periosteum is a fibrous connective tissue membrane covering the outer surface of bones, and yellow marrow fills the medullary cavity, while red marrow fills the spaces in spongy bone
    • The microscopic structure of bone features a matrix of water and collagen fibers, with inorganic salts depositing on the collagen framework to provide hardness and tensile strength
    • Cells found within the bone matrix include osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, and osteocytes, which play roles in bone formation and maintenance

    Bones Classification and Structure Overview

    • Bones can be classified into 5 groups based on their shape: long, short, flat, irregular, and sesamoid, and based on their function: axial and appendicular.
    • Long bones, such as the humerus and femur, are longer than they are wide and act as levers for muscle movement.
    • Short bones, like tarsals and carpals, are cube-shaped and provide support and stability with limited movement.
    • Flat bones, like cranial and rib bones, have a thin and curved structure, providing attachment surfaces for muscles and protection of internal organs.
    • Irregular bones, such as facial bones and vertebrae, have a complex shape and provide protection for internal organs.
    • Sesamoid bones, small and round, are embedded in tendons to protect and support against compressive forces, such as the patellae.
    • Major features of a long bone include the diaphysis, epiphyses, metaphyses, epiphyseal line, periosteum, endosteum, medullary cavity, yellow marrow, red marrow, and articular cartilage.
    • The diaphysis is the long cylindrical shaft filled with yellow marrow, while the epiphyses are the wide regions filled with spongy bone and red marrow.
    • The metaphysis is the narrow region where the epiphysis and diaphysis meet, and it contains the growth plate in growing bones.
    • The periosteum is a fibrous membrane covering the bone surface, and the endosteum lines the medullary cavity and is involved in growth and repair.
    • The medullary cavity contains yellow marrow, while red marrow fills the spaces in spongy bone, and articular cartilage covers the joint surfaces.
    • Bones are made of connective tissue support, with cells embedded in a matrix of water and collagen fibers, providing structural framework for inorganic salts to deposit on and attach to. Osteoprogenitor/osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, and osteocytes are the types of cells found within the bone matrix.

    Bone Growth and Remodeling

    • Endochondral ossification follows five steps: differentiation of mesenchymal cells into chondrocytes, formation of the cartilage model and perichondrium, penetration of capillaries, development of primary ossification center, and development of secondary ossification centers.
    • The epiphyseal plate is a narrow cartilaginous region between the epiphyses and diaphysis at the metaphysis, responsible for longitudinal bone growth.
    • During puberty, the epiphyseal plate narrows and eventually disappears, leading to epiphyseal closure, leaving behind the epiphyseal line.
    • The epiphyseal plate has four zones: reserve zone, proliferative zone, maturation and hypertrophy zone, and calcified matrix.
    • Longitudinal bone growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate, where ossification replaces cartilage and leaves behind the epiphyseal line in mature bones.
    • Appositional growth, also known as modeling, occurs at the perichondrium, leading to an increase in bone diameter through intramembranous ossification.
    • Bone remodeling is a dynamic process where old, damaged bones are resorbed by osteoclasts and replaced by new bone deposition from osteoblasts.
    • Bone remodeling is different from bone modeling, as it occurs on the same surface and involves both resorption and deposition of bone matrix.
    • Approximately 5-10% of old bone tissue is replaced with new bone annually through the process of bone remodeling.
    • The process of bone remodeling occurs in adult life and involves the continuous replacement of old and damaged bone tissue with new bone tissue.
    • The combined action of osteoclasts and osteoblasts leads to an increase in the width of bones through modeling.
    • Bone growth continues until early adulthood, after which longitudinal growth stops due to a decrease in chondrocyte proliferation, leading to the replacement of cartilage with osseous tissue and the formation of the epiphyseal line in mature and adult bones.

    Anatomy of the Sternum

    • The manubrium is the broad upper part of the sternum, with a quadrangular shape and four borders.
    • The suprasternal notch is located in the middle at the upper broadest part of the manubrium, felt between the clavicles.
    • The body, or gladiolus, is the longest sternal part, flat with front and back surfaces, marked by transverse ridges and pectoralis major attachments.
    • The sternal angle, located at the junction of the manubrium and body, is a useful landmark during physical examinations.
    • The xiphoid process, located at the inferior end of the sternum, can be driven into the liver causing fatal hemorrhage if improperly handled during CPR.
    • The sternum is composed of highly vascular tissue and compact bone, with the inferior sternopericardial ligament attaching the pericardium to the posterior xiphoid process.
    • The cartilages of the top five ribs join with the sternum at the sternocostal joints, and the right and left clavicular notches articulate with the clavicles.
    • The sternum develops from two cartilaginous bars, fusing together to form the cartilaginous sternum which is ossified from six centers.
    • The ossification centers appear in the order of manubrium, body pieces, and xiphoid process, gradually proceeding downward.
    • The sternum's segments may be formed from more than one center, with varying number and positions.
    • The sternum serves as attachment points for various muscles and ligaments, such as the pectoralis major and sternopericardial ligament.
    • The sternum's structure and development play a crucial role in understanding its functionality and potential clinical implications.

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