Figure 6-1 The Structure of a Long Bone
Use Figure 6-1 to identify the labeled part.
-Structure F is the
A) blood cavity.
B) epiphysis.
C) periosteum.
D) hyaline cartilage.
E) endosteum.

Question

Figure 6-1 The Structure of a Long Bone
Use Figure 6-1 to identify the labeled part.
-Structure F is the
A) blood cavity. 
B) epiphysis. 
C) periosteum. 
D) hyaline cartilage. 
E) endosteum.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The endosteum is a thin membrane that lines the medullary cavity of bones. It contains osteoblasts, which are cells that build new bone, and osteoclasts, which are cells that break down bone.

Figure 6-1 the Structure of a Long Bone