Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Each end of a long bone
A)diaphysis
B)disk (disc)
C)epiphysis
D)facial bones
E)fissure
F)fontanelle
G)foramen
H)fossa
I)haversian canals
J)malleolus

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Each end of a long bone
A)diaphysis
B)disk (disc)
C)epiphysis
D)facial bones
E)fissure
F)fontanelle
G)foramen
H)fossa
I)haversian canals
J)malleolus

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Epiphysis refers to each end of a long bone.

Answer: A
 Diaphysis refers to the shaft or middle region of a long bone.

Answer: D
 Facial bones refer to the bones that make up the face.

Answer: E
 Fissure refers to a narrow opening or groove in a bone that allows for the passage of nerves and blood vessels.

Answer: F
 Fontanelle refers to the soft spot on an infant's skull where the bones have not yet fused together.

Answer: G
 Foramen refers to a hole or opening in a bone that allows for the passage of nerves and blood vessels.

Answer: H
 Fossa refers to a shallow depression or groove in a bone.

Answer: I
 Haversian canals are small channels in bone that contain blood vessels and nerves.

Answer: J
 Malleolus refers to the bony prominence on each side of the ankle joint.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings