Bone, structure (Gross, Low) |
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Diaphysis Metaphysis Epiphysis Compact bone Cancellous bone Medullary cavity Growth plate
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| The central parts of the metaphyses and epiphyses are composed of cancellous (spongy) bone consisting of thin fenestrated sheets or trabeculae of bone tissue. |