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What is the anatomical name for the shaft of a long bone and for its ends?
The shaft of a long bone- diaphysis The head(s) of a long bone- epiphysis
A fracture in the shaft of the bone would be a break in the what?
The straight part in the middle, away from both ends of the bone
What is the bones of the head called?
The head of the long bone is called the Epiphyseal.The long bone constists of a diaphysis and an epiphysis. The ends are epiphysis and the shaft is diaphysis.
What is the name of the main bone shaft?
diaphysis
What is the other name of shaft bone?
Diaphysis
Is the shaft the longest portion of a long bone?
No, the shaft is not the longest portion of a long bone. The shaft is the main middle part of the bone, also known as the diaphysis. The long bones have a shaft (diaphysis), and two ends (epiphyses) that may be longer in length compared to the shaft.
The ends of the long bone are called?
Epiphyses. (Diaphysis is the middle part). You might also be asking the name of the knobby parts on the ends, which articulate with the next bone and make up the joint: those are 'condyles'.
Where is diaphysis found?
The diaphysis is the shaft of the long bone.
What is the gross anatomy of a long bone?
The major anatomical areas of a long bone are: The Diaphysis - The long, slender shaft of the bone that is composed of compact bone and houses the medullary cavity. The Epiphysis - The ends of the bone that are composed of spongy bone. This area is also the location of the growth plates.
Is it true that the diaphyses are at the ends of the bones?
No, that is not true. The diaphysis refers to the main or central shaft of a long bone, while the ends of the bones are called epiphyses. The diaphysis is primarily composed of compact bone and contains the medullary cavity, whereas the epiphyses are typically spongy bone covered by a thin layer of compact bone and are involved in joint formation.
Does articular cartilage cover the diaphysis on the long bone?
No, articular cartilage does not cover the diaphysis of long bones. Articular cartilage covers the ends of bones where they come into contact with other bones in a joint, providing smooth and low-friction surfaces for movement. The diaphysis of long bones is covered by periosteum, a dense connective tissue that provides support and nourishment to the bone.
Name 3 parts of a long bone and their functions?
Diaphysis: The long, cylindrical shaft of the bone that provides support and strength. Epiphysis: The rounded ends of the bone that help facilitate joint movement and provide a surface for muscle attachment. Medullary cavity: The hollow area within the diaphysis that contains bone marrow, which is important for blood cell production.
