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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
What type of bone makes up the shaft of a long bone?
bone marrow is in the center of the bone shaft
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.
What is the term for the membrane around the shaft of a long bone?
The periosteum is the membrane around the shaft of a long bone.
What is the main portion of the shaft of the bone called?
The main portion or shaft of a long bone is called the diaphysis.
What type of bone tissue is located in the shaft of a long bone?
marrow
Middle section of a long bone?
Shaft
The region of a long bone between the end and the shaft is known as the?
The region of a long bone between the end and the shaft is known as the metaphysis. This area is important for bone growth and development.
What is the scientific term for bone shaft?
The shaft of the bone, between the epiphyses, is called the diaphysis. It has a hollow central medullary cavity containing marrow.The shaft of long bones is called DIAPHYSIS
What is the site of long bone growth?
metaphysis
What is commonly known as shaft of a long bone?
neck
Where is diaphysis found?
The diaphysis is the shaft of the long bone.
