Types of Bones

Front

What is spongy bone?

Back

Mesh-like tissue made of interconnecting trabeculae and spaces filled with red marrow.

Front

What type of bone is the radius?

Back

Long Bone.

Front

What type of bone are the carpels?

Back

Short Bone.

Front

What type of bone are the tarsals?

Back

Short Bone.

Front

What is another word for hip bone?

Back

Coxal.

Front

What are the two main types of bone tissue?

Back

Compact bone and spongy bone.

Front

What is the function of compact bone?

Back

Provides strength and support to the bone structure.

Front

What is the primary function of spongy bone?

Back

To reduce the weight of the bone while providing structural support.

Front

What type of bone is the femur?

Back

Long Bone.

Front

What type of bone is the skull?

Back

Flat Bone.