This document provides an overview of the skeletal system including:
1. The structure and components of long bones including the epiphysis, diaphysis, periosteum, marrow, and compact vs spongy bone.
2. Microscopic bone structures such as the haversian system and osteocytes.
3. Bone formation processes including intramembranous vs endochondral ossification.
4. Anatomical terms used to describe bones and processes.