The Epiphyseal Plate in a Growing Long Bone is an Example

Question

The epiphyseal plate in a growing long bone is an example of a
A)gomphosis
B)suture
C)symphysis
D)synostosis
E)synchondrosis

Accepted Answer

The epiphyseal plate is a type of cartilaginous joint called a synchondrosis, where the bones are connected by hyaline cartilage. The other options are not applicable as they refer to different types of joints such as fibrous (gomphosis, suture) or bony (synostosis) joints, or a different type of cartilaginous joint (symphysis).