Types of
Long bones
having a body that is longer than it is wide
Growth plates at either end having a hard
outer surface
Spongy inner (cancellous bone) as it
contains bone marrow
Cartilage covers the ends of the bone,
protecting it and aiding shock absorption
Long bones
having a body that is longer than it is wide
Growth plates at either end having a hard
outer surface
Spongy inner (cancellous bone) as it
contains bone marrow
Cartilage covers the ends of the bone,
protecting it and aiding shock absorption
