epiphyses

Example:During adolescence, the epiphyseal plate is crucial for the elongation of long bones.

Definition:A layer of cartilage between the shaft of a long bone and its epiphyses, which allows for bone growth during childhood and adolescence.

Example:Doctors carefully monitor the growth plate as a child grows to ensure healthy bone development.

Definition:Synonymous with epiphyseal plate, it is a region in long bones where growth occurs until skeletal maturity is reached.

Example:The seam between the diaphysis and epiphysis gradually fuses together during bone growth.

Definition:Another term used to describe the line where the epiphysis joins the diaphysis (the main shaft) of a bone.