Textbook Question
Match the bone markings listed on the right with their function listed on the left.
1. Attachment site for muscle or ligament
2. Forms a joint surface
3. Passageway for vessels or nerves
f. Tuberosity
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue
Gross Anatomy of Bone: Periosteum and Endosteum
Multiple Choice
What are the collagen fibers that extend from the periosteum into the bone matrix called?
A
Sharpey's fibers
B
Fibrocartilage fibers
C
Elastic fibers
D
Reticular fibers
Verified step by step guidance1
Understand the structure of a bone: The periosteum is a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.
Identify the role of collagen fibers: Collagen fibers provide structural support and strength to various tissues, including bones.
Recognize the specific type of collagen fibers: The fibers that extend from the periosteum into the bone matrix are known as Sharpey's fibers.
Differentiate between fiber types: Sharpey's fibers are distinct from other types of fibers such as fibrocartilage fibers, elastic fibers, and reticular fibers, which have different structures and functions.
Conclude with the correct identification: Sharpey's fibers are the collagen fibers that anchor the periosteum to the bone matrix, providing stability and support.
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