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What is the function of the epiphysis in a long bone?
What is the function of the epiphysis in a long bone?
- To provide articulation and movement (correct)
- To produce bone marrow
- To increase the diameter of the bone
- To facilitate growth in length
Which structure is responsible for the growth in length of a long bone?
Which structure is responsible for the growth in length of a long bone?
- Medullary cavity
- Epiphyseal cartilage (correct)
- Periosteum
- Diaphysis
What is the function of the diaphysis in a long bone?
What is the function of the diaphysis in a long bone?
- To facilitate growth in length
- To provide articulation
- To increase the diameter of the bone
- To house the medullary cavity and bone marrow (correct)
Which structure is responsible for increasing the diameter of a long bone?
Which structure is responsible for increasing the diameter of a long bone?
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Where is the most active part of a long bone located?
Where is the most active part of a long bone located?
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What is the function of the medullary cavity in a long bone?
What is the function of the medullary cavity in a long bone?
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