Bone structure

Front

What are mature bone cells that live in tiny cavities within the bone called?

Back

Osteocytes

Front

What is the canal within an osteon that contains a neurovascular bundle?

Back

Haversian canal

Front

What are the rings around the Haversian canal called?

Back

Lamella

Front

Where in a bone would spongy bone primarily be found?

Back

Epiphysis

Front

What are mature bone cells responsible for maintaining the bone matrix?

Back

Osteocytes

Front

What is the function of osteoblasts?

Back

Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation.

Front

What is the role of osteoclasts in bone tissue?

Back

Osteoclasts are responsible for bone resorption.

Front

What is the periosteum?

Back

The periosteum is a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

Front

What is the difference between compact bone and spongy bone?

Back

Compact bone is dense and forms the outer layer of bone, while spongy bone is lighter and found mainly at the ends of long bones.

Front

What is the medullary cavity?

Back

The medullary cavity is the central cavity of bone shafts where red and yellow bone marrow is stored.