A(n) ________, or closed, fracture does not break the skin.

Excessive growth hormone prior to puberty could result in

The layer of hard keratin that coats the hair is termed the

In ________ growth, cartilage grows wider or thicker in diameter.

The three types of connective tissue include

The matrix of hyaline cartilage consists of abundant collagen fibers hidden in a rubbery matrix.

The layer of the skin that contains bundles of collagen and elastic fibers responsible for the strength of the skin is the ________ layer.

The region of a long bone between the end and the shaft is known as the

Melanin is found in the uppermost layer of skin and helps prevent water loss.

The interconnecting tiny arches of bone tissue found in spongy bone are called