What is another word for ossification center?
Pronunciation: [ˌɒsɪfɪkˈe͡ɪʃən sˈɛntə] (IPA) 
The term "ossification center" refers to the point in an embryo or fetus where bone formation begins. There are several other terms and phrases used to describe this process, including primary ossification center, secondary ossification center, and growth plate. The primary ossification center refers to the first region where bone tissue begins to form. The secondary ossification center develops later in skeletal development and is responsible for the growth and development of bones. The growth plate, also known as the epiphyseal plate, is a thin section of cartilage that separates the primary and secondary ossification centers and allows bones to continue growing until adulthood.
