Question

The presence of an epiphyseal line on an x-ray indicates that the bone has stopped growing in length. (True or False)

Answer 1

Answer: The line is visible on an X-ray as a dark line running parallel to the bone. The epiphyseal line is made up of cells that divide and grow, allowing the bone to lengthen. When the bone reaches its full adult size, the epiphyseal line disappears as the bone stops growing.

Explanation: The line is visible on an X-ray as a dark line running parallel to the bone. The epiphyseal line is made up of cells that divide and grow, allowing the bone to lengthen. When the bone reaches its full adult size, the epiphyseal line disappears as the bone stops growing.