THE ARRANGEMENT OF HAVERSIAN SYSTEMS IN A DIAPHYSIS – 5
Top figure
A small region of a diaphysis that shows cross-sections of four Haversian systems, highlighted in pink. In each system observe its central Haversian canal (highlighted in dark blue after using the mouse or clicking over the image).
Some bone lacunae are indicated by arrows.
A small region of a diaphysis that shows cross-sections of four Haversian systems, highlighted in pink. In each system observe its central Haversian canal (highlighted in dark blue after using the mouse or clicking over the image).
Some bone lacunae are indicated by arrows.
Bottom Figure
Intermediate lamellae occupy the spaces between Haversian systems. They become highlighted in light blue after using the mouse or clicking over the image.
Diaphysis (in cross section). Schmorl’s technique. Magnification: medium.
Diaphysis (in cross section). Schmorl’s technique. Medium magnification.