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Chapter 1: Q. 29 (page 7)

What are the major differences between spongy bone and compact bone?

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  • Osteons, a compact bone tissue structure, make up the strong outer layer of all bones. Areas of bone where stresses are applied in only a few directions are characterized by dense bone tissue.
  • All bones have an inner layer of trabeculae-containing, flexible bone tissue. Bones with spongy bone are more noticeable where there is less stress or where stresses come from multiple directions.

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Introduction 

  • Long bones are dense, hard bones that provide structure, mobility, and strength. The distinction between spongy and compact bones.
  • Compact bones are found in the outer layer of long bones, whereas spongy bones are found in the middle layer of long bones.
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Step: 2 Spongy bones 

  • The midsection of the long bones are made up of spongy bones.
  • Trabecular or cancellous bone are other names for spongy bone.
  • It is located in the long bones and is encased in dense bone.
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Step: 3 Compact bone 

  • Cortical bones are another name for compact bones.
  • The outer layer of long bones contains compact bones.
  • They have the character of being heavy, robust, and little.

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