1. Lloyd Dean
Structure of Long Bone

2. Structure of Long Bone
 Cartilage – Supports ends of bone
 Epiphyseal Plates – Growth plates
 Epiphysis –Top and bottom sections of long
bone
 Diaphysis – Long shaft of bone
 Periosteum – Outer layer of bone
 Medullary Cavity – Blood cells and fat storage
 Compact Bone – Hard bone
 Cancellous Bone – Spongy bone or honeycomb
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