TOPIC 7: COMPACT BONE VS SPONGY BONE

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What is compact bone?

Dense, strong bone tissue containing osteons.

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What is spongy bone?

Lattice-like bone tissue containing trabeculae.

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What are trabeculae?

Rods and plates of bone that form the lattice-like structure of spongy bone.

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Where is compact bone located?

Primarily toward the exterior of bones.

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Where is spongy bone located?

Inside bones.

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Does spongy bone contain osteons?

No.

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What structure is found in compact bone but not spongy bone?

Osteons.

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What does spongy bone contain?

Trabeculae, lamellae, lacunae, and canaliculi.

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Why is spongy bone useful?

Its lattice-like structure provides strength while reducing bone weight