Skeleton System #1

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Total cards: 15•Content version: v3•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026

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Diaphysis

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Anatomical name for the long shaft of a bone

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Epiphysis

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Anatomical name for the ends of the bone

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Medullary Canal

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Cavity found in the diaphysis, filled with the yellow marrow

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Endosteum

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The membrane that lines the outside of the medullary cavity

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Yellow Bone Marrow

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Found inside the medullary cavity, consists mainly of fat cells

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Red Bone Marrow

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Part of the bone, produces red blood cells, platelets, and some white blood cells

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Periosteum

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The outer covering of the bone

Front (Question)

Articular Skeleton

Back (Answer)

The thin layer that covers the epiphysis; acts as a shock absorber

Front (Question)

Axial Skeleton

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Consists of the skull and trunk of the body

#10

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Appendicular Skeleton

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Consists of the extremities

#11

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Epiphyseal Plate

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Another name of the growth plate

#12

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Ligaments

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Attaches bone to bone

#13

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Tendons

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Attaches muscle to bone

#14

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Muscle

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Meaty tissue that surrounds a bone

#15

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Cartilage

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Strong, flexible tissue that provides smooth surfaces at joints; helps reduce friction.