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__ Basic structure of a Long Bone __ Epiphysis: ends of bone containing compact bone enclosing spongy bone. Epiphyseal Growth Plate Diaphysis: shaft containing compact bone surrounding a medullar cavity. Periosteum: connective tissue membrane on diaphysis. Articular cartilage: glassy, hyaline cartilage allows smooth movement of joints at epiphyses. Classification of Bones: • Long Bones: Femur  • Short Bones: Carpals   • Flat Bones: Cranium   • Irregular Bones: Vertebrae   Sesamoid Bone: Patella