Chapter 8, Problem 5MFLB

Summary Introduction

Introduction: Long bones are typically found in the upper and lower extremities such as thighs and arms. They are the hard and dense bones that provide structure, strength, and mobility to the body. The microscopic structure of long bones includes osteocytes, central canal, medullary cavity, diaphysis, lacunae, perforating canal, canaliculi, endosteum, periosteum, and trabeculae.