HAP5 Bones Macro & Micro S25

Front

Bone formed by needlelike pieces of bone and lots of space are called

Back

Spongey bone

Front

What are the rings around the haversian canal called?

Back

Lamella

Front

What is the name for the connector that attaches bone to bone?

Back

Ligament

Front

The function of the axial skeleton is movement. True or False?

Back

False

Front

What can be found in the central canal of the haversian canal system?

Back

Blood vessels and nerves

Front

What is the primary function of bones?

Back

Support, protection, movement, mineral storage, and blood cell production.

Front

What type of bone is dense and forms the outer layer of bones?

Back

Compact bone

Front

What is the name of the cells that break down bone tissue?

Back

Osteoclasts

Front

What is the name of the cells that build new bone tissue?

Back

Osteoblasts

Front

What is the term for the flexible connective tissue found in joints?

Back

Cartilage