Question

The structure of bone tissue suits the function. Which of the following bone tissues is adapted to support weight and withstand tension stress?
A) compact bone
B) spongy bone
C) irregular bone
D) trabecular bone

Answer 1

Answer:

A) compact bone

Explanation:

• Compact bone, also known as cortical bone, is the hard, stuff, smoot, white bone tissue sorrounding all bones, it provides structure and support as well as being an storage of minerals. It supports the whole body, protect organs and provides levers for movement.
• Spongy bone, also named cancellous bone, is a highly vascularized kind of bone, it contains red bone marros and is usually located at the ends of long bones. It gives the bone strength and flexibility.
• Irregular bone: from their peculiar form, cannot be grouped as long, short, flat or sesamoid bones, they serve various purposes in the body, such as protection of nervous tissue, affording multiple anchor points, trachea support, and tongue attachment.
• Trabecular bone: also called cancellous bone, is a sponge-like network consisting of myriads of highly interconnected bony trabeculae.

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