KnowraEpiphyseal plateLinked fromLinked fromThe 7 pages that link to Epiphyseal plate, each with the reason it gives.All 7Broader topic 4Related 3CartilageBroader topic: Its cartilage is gradually replaced by bone as long bones lengthen.Endochondral ossificationBroader topic: Its cartilage is continually replaced by bone, allowing the shaft to lengthen.Precocious pubertyBroader topic: Sex hormones accelerate its maturation and eventual closure.Human skeletonBroader topic: Its eventual closure ends the increase in long-bone length.