Bone A&P

Front

What is the hardest, most dense part of the bone tissue?

Back

Compact bone.

Front

Which part of the bone is filled with yellow marrow?

Back

Medullary cavity.

Front

What lines the medullary cavity?

Back

Endosteum.

Front

What are the functions of the skeleton?

Back

Protection, Blood cell production, Movement, All of these.

Front

Where are blood cells made?

Back

Red marrow.

Front

What is the outer layer of bone called?

Back

Periosteum.

Front

What type of bone tissue is characterized by a honeycomb structure?

Back

Spongy bone.

Front

What is the primary function of osteoblasts?

Back

To build new bone tissue.

Front

What is the role of osteoclasts in bone tissue?

Back

To break down bone tissue.

Front

What is the term for the shaft of a long bone?

Back

Diaphysis.