MICROANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -The outer covering of the bone is known as the periosteum; the periosteum covers the whole surface of the bone except at the ligament attachment, tendon attachment, and an area covered by articulating cartilage.

Detailed explanation-2: -The periosteum is the medical definition for the membrane of blood vessels and nerves that wraps around most of your bones. Periosteum is pronounced peRRY-OSS-tee-um.

Detailed explanation-3: -The periosteum is a complex structure composed of an outer fibrous layer that lends structural integrity and an inner cambium layer that possesses osteogenic potential. During growth and development it contributes to bone elongation and modeling, and when the bone is injured, participates in its recovery.