Emma Skeletal System Vocabulary A+P

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Across
  1. 3. thin layer of cartilage that reduces friction
  2. 7. AKA the growth plate
  3. 8. where two bone surfaces come together
  4. 9. functions as a lever
  5. 11. stores fat
  6. 12. provides stability and support
  7. 14. primary cell of mature bone
  8. 15. protects internal organs
  9. 16. forms new bone
  10. 17. the membranous lining of the medullary cavity
Down
  1. 1. hard, dense connective tissue that forms most of the adult skeleton
  2. 2. the shaft that runs between the proximal and distal part of the bone
  3. 4. semi rigid form of connective tissue that provides flexibility
  4. 5. does not fit any classification
  5. 6. forms in tendons
  6. 10. breaks down bone
  7. 13. the production of blood cells