Question

multiple select question

select all that apply

identify the two terms that describe a point where two bones meet.

periosteum
endosteum
growth plate
cartilage
joint
articulation

Explanation:

Define the anatomical terms for bone junctions

Using the Joint Articulation knowledge point

An articulation, or joint, is defined anatomically as any point where two bones meet, regardless of whether the bones are movable at that interface.

Evaluate the remaining options

• Periosteum: The fibrous membrane covering the outer surface of bones.
• Endosteum: The cellular membrane lining the internal medullary cavity of bones.
• Growth plate: The hyaline cartilage plate in the metaphysis of a long bone where longitudinal growth occurs.
• Cartilage: A resilient and smooth elastic tissue that covers and protects the ends of long bones at joints, but is not itself the term for the meeting point.

Answer:

• Periosteum
• Endosteum
• Growth plate
• Cartilage
• Joint (Correct answer)
• Articulation (Correct answer)