Metaphysis (Noun)
Meaning
The growing part of a long bone between the diaphysis and the epiphysis.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The metaphysis is the area of a long bone where growth in bone length takes place.
- The diaphysis and epiphysis are connected by the metaphysis, a narrow, conical area.
- Growth in the length of a long bone occurs at the metaphysis, the area where the epiphysis and diaphysis meet.
- During bone growth, the metaphysis serves as the area of new bone formation and calcification.
- In the growth plates of a long bone, the metaphysis is the site of new bone formation.