Question

Which of the following statements is true? Osteoclasts are important in removing calcium from the blood stream. The red marrow in the medullary cavity produces our red blood cells. Bone would be more brittle with more collagen in the matrix. Spongy bone is well adapted to accept stress in many directions, which makes it good for shock absorption.

Answer 1

Answer:Spongy bone is well adapted to accept stress in many directions, which makes it good for shock absorption.

Explanation:

Spongy bone is also called as the trabecular or cancellous bone. It is a porous bone that is found in humans and animals. It is typically located at the ends of the long bones particularly at the epiphysis. It is soft and flexible. These are located at the part of the long bone where the bone experience most of the stress. Thus gives the bone flexibility and strength. It is also present on the joints and there act as shock absorbers while performing activities like running, walking, and jumping. It distribute the stress to the overall weight of the bone so that it can be ansorbed.