Asked by Salomé Daraselia on May 14, 2024
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The plate of cartilage between the epiphysis and the diaphysis is called a(n) ________ disk, or growth plate.
Growth Plate
A shaft of cartilage between the epiphysis and the diaphysis; also known as the epiphyseal disk.
Epiphysis
The rounded end of a long bone, which is separated from the main bone body by a growth plate in children and adolescents.
Diaphysis
The main or mid section (shaft) of a long bone, which is typically cylindrical in shape and contains the bone marrow and growth plates.
- Comprehend the process of bone formation and growth, including ossification and the role of growth plates.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the process of bone formation and growth, including ossification and the role of growth plates.