Bone Tissue

Bone Tissue Functions

• Bone tissue provides support, protection, and movement

Types of Bones

• There are four main types of bones: long, short, flat, and irregular bones

Long Bone Structure

• A long bone consists of a diaphysis (shaft), epiphysis (ends), and metaphysis (growth plate)
• The diaphysis is the correct term for the shaft of a long bone
• The growth plate, or metaphysis, is the area between the epiphysis and diaphysis in growing bones

Cartilage and Bone Membranes

• Articular cartilage reduces friction between bones at joints
• The endosteum is the membrane that lines the medullary cavity
• The periosteum is the membrane that covers bones

Bone Development and Remodeling

• Osteogenesis is the correct term for the process of bone formation
• Osteoremodeling is the correct term for the process of bone remodeling

Test your knowledge of bone tissue with this quiz! Explore the general characteristics, functions, types, structure, histology, and formation of bone tissue. Challenge yourself with questions on the microscopic structure, irrigation, innervation, and osteogenesis of bones.