Questions and Answers
Which type of bone develops in a tendon to improve articular mechanics?
Sesamoid bone
Which part of a long bone contains the compact laminar tissue outside and spongy bone inside?
Diaphysis
Which type of bone is the skull an example of?
Flat bone
Which type of bone is the femur an example of?
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Which part of a long bone is responsible for the growth in length during childhood?
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What is the name of the cavity within a long bone that contains bone marrow?
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Which type of bone is the patella an example of?
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Study Notes
Bone Types and Structure
- Sesamoid bones develop in tendons to improve articular mechanics.
Long Bone Structure
- Diaphysis is the part of a long bone that contains compact laminar tissue outside and spongy bone inside.
Bone Classification
- The skull is an example of a cranial bone, which is a type of flat bone.
- The femur is an example of a long bone.
Long Bone Growth
- The epiphyseal plate is responsible for growth in length during childhood.
Bone Cavity
- The medullary cavity is the name of the cavity within a long bone that contains bone marrow.
Bone Types
- The patella is an example of a sesamoid bone.
