Bone Physiology

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What is the total blood flow in adult humans in the well-vascularized bone?

  • 200–400 mL/min (correct)
  • 500–600 mL/min
  • 50–100 mL/min
  • 100–200 mL/min

Where is the epiphyseal plate located?

  • In the articular cartilage
  • Separating the ends of each long bone from the shaft (correct)
  • At the junction of the skull bones
  • Within the bone marrow cavity

What is the site of active proliferation of cartilage in long bones?

  • Epiphyseal plate (correct)
  • Articular cartilage
  • Endosteum
  • Periosteum

What is the main difference between cortical and trabecular bone?

<p>Cortical bone is denser and forms the outer shell of most bones, while trabecular bone is spongy and found at the ends of long bones and in the vertebrae. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the epiphyseal plate?

<p>Allowing for linear bone growth (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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