Question

question 1
the shaft of a long bone is called a(n)
a endosteum
b facet
c epiphyses
d diaphysis
e periosteum

Explanation:

• Endosteum: A membrane that lines the inner surface of bones, not the shaft.
• Facet: A smooth, flat surface on a bone for articulation, not the shaft.
• Epiphyses: The ends of long bones, not the shaft.
• Diaphysis: The shaft of a long bone.
• Periosteum: A membrane covering the outer surface of bones (except at joints), not the shaft.

Answer:

D. diaphysis