Skeletal System

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Across
  1. 2. Metabolically active cells that synthesise and turnover a large volume of extra-cellular matrix (ECM) components such as collagen and glycoproteins
  2. 4. Cells that play an important role in the formation of cartilage
  3. 6. Complex structure composed of an outer fibrous layer
  4. 7. Also known as the shaft of the bone
  5. 9. Is produced when the epiphyseal plates stop producing bone
  6. 10. Part of the bone that is hollow and where bone marrow is stored
Down
  1. 1. Flares out from the Diaphysis (contains cancellous bone)
  2. 2. Is a strong, flexible and semi-rigid supporting tissue
  3. 3. The most widespread cartilage in the body
  4. 5. Is found at the end of the bone
  5. 8. Structural cartilaginous tissue that is for non-bearing body parts