Differential Timing of Maximum Length Increments among Bones within Individuals

Document Type

Article

Authors

Alex F. Roche, The Fels Research Institute, Yellow Springs, Ohio

Abstract

The timing of maximum increments in long bones, stature, some cranial base lengths and bi-cristal diameter has been analyzed. Variations in the sequence of these maximum increments have been documented; similar variations occur for menarche and onset of ossification of the ulnar sesamoid in relation to these maximum increments. Methodological aspects of serial data collection that can influence the recorded data and possible biological factors that could be responsible for the variations observed are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Roche, Alex F. (1974) "Differential Timing of Maximum Length Increments among Bones within Individuals," Human Biology: Vol. 46: Iss. 1, Article 15.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.wayne.edu/humbiol/vol46/iss1/15