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At what age does the radial growth plate close?

Growth plate closure is a key marker of the end of skeletal maturity, with the radial growth plate specifically located in the forearm's radius bone. This process is highly influenced by sex hormones during puberty, leading to notable differences in timing between boys and girls. The radial growth plate can close for females between 15 and 18 years of age, and for males between 17 and 19 years of age.

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At what age does your pelvis fuse?: A breakdown of skeletal maturity

The human pelvis is made up of several bones that begin as separate cartilaginous structures in childhood before fusing into one solid unit during and after puberty. This complex process of fusion doesn't happen all at once, with different parts of the pelvic bone, including the sacrum and the hip bones, completing their union at varying times to fully answer the question, "At what age does your pelvis fuse?".

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At what age are nearly all bones completely ossified in Quizlet? The Medical Facts

Bone ossification, the process of bone formation, is a lifelong process that begins in the womb. During late adolescence, when growth plates close, bones generally stop increasing in length. But at what age are nearly all bones completely ossified in Quizlet and medical texts? The answer is more nuanced than a single number, and it's essential to rely on medical facts.

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