Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Individual backbone
A)epiphyseal plate
B)ribs
C)vertebra
D)tuberosity
E)xiphoid process
F)yellow bone marrow

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Individual backbone
A)epiphyseal plate
B)ribs
C)vertebra
D)tuberosity
E)xiphoid process
F)yellow bone marrow

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The individual backbone refers to the vertebral column or spine, which is composed of individual vertebrae.

Answer: A
 The epiphyseal plate is a band of hyaline cartilage found in children and adolescents that allows for bone growth.

Answer: B
 Ribs are bones that form the rib cage, which protects the thoracic cavity and its organs.

Answer: D
 The tuberosity is a rounded prominence on a bone, often serving as a site for muscle or tendon attachment.

Answer: E
 The xiphoid process is a small, cartilaginous extension at the end of the sternum that serves as an attachment for some abdominal muscles.

Answer: F
 Yellow bone marrow is a type of bone marrow that is primarily composed of fat cells. It is found in the central cavities of long bones.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings