what is the difference between the epiphyseal plate and line?
Epiphyseal plate is located between the epiphysis and diaphysis ï§ Bone lengthens as long as cartilaginous cells of epiphyseal layer are active ï§ Bone growth stops when epiphyseal and diaphyseal ossification centers meet ï§ Nearly all bone growth stops at 25 years of age â¢ Bone collar forms around hyaline cartilage model â¢ Cartilage in the center of ...
epiphysial line n. The line of junction of the epiphysis and diaphysis of a long bone where growth in length occurs. The lateral malleolus is broken across its base, or, in young subjects, along the epiphysial line. Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition.