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Enchondral Steps
steps for enchondral bone growth
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Step 1 | Cartilage Model-structure where bone will form |
| Step 2 | Primary Ossification-in diaphysis; spongy bone>> compact bone |
| Step 3 | Secondary Ossification-in epiphysis; spongy bone>> compact bone |
| Step 4 | Growth- Race b/t cartilage and bone formation, length increases, metaphysis remains cartilage |
| Step 5 | Maturation- Cartilage slows, bone replaces all cartilage, metaphysis (ephiphyseal line) forms |