Bone Development, Endochondral ossification

Bone Development, Endochondral ossification
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During endochondral ossification, a template of the bone made of hyaline cartilage is broken down and replaced by bone tissue. The sequence of endochondral ossification is shown in longitudinal sections of digits at various stages of development.

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- Phalanx
- Calcified cartilage
- Bone
- Periosteum
- Osteoblast
- Periosteal bud
- Blood vessel
- Osteoclast

Bone Development, Endochondral ossification
Details
Disease Category
Organ System/Discipline
Clinical History

During endochondral ossification, a template of the bone made of hyaline cartilage is broken down and replaced by bone tisssue. The sequence of endochondral ossification is shown in longitudinal sections of digits at various stages of development.

Labels in this Slide:
- Vessel
- Calcified Cartilage
- Osteoblast
- Bone Matrix
- Hybrid Spicule
- Osteoclast
- Developing marrow cavity
- Osteoclast