Anatomy of Bones

What is the main function of osteocytes in bone?

Maintaining bone matrix and releasing calcium ions

What is the primary function of osteoblasts in bone?

Synthesis of organic components of bone matrix

What is the main function of osteoclasts in bone?

Phagocytic cells responsible for resorption and remodeling of bone

What is the percentage of water in bone matrix?

20% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of inorganic matter in bone matrix?

Calcium phosphate Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of osteogenic cells in bone?

Stem cells that can differentiate into osteoblasts Signup and view all the answers

What is the structure of bone cells that are responsible for synthesizing organic components of bone matrix?

Cuboidal cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the site of osteogenic cells in bone?

Periosteum and endosteum Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of the surface of large cells facing the bone?

Striated border Signup and view all the answers

Where are compact bones typically found?

In the shafts of long bones Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bones are phalanges?

Short bones Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue forms the outer fibrous layer of the periosteum?

Collagenous fibers Signup and view all the answers

What lines the Haversian canal?

Endosteum Signup and view all the answers

Which bone structure is known for containing connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerves?

Haversian canal Signup and view all the answers

Which structure connects Haversian canals with each other and the periosteum?

Volkmann's canals Signup and view all the answers

What is typical of the microscopic structure of decalcified compact bone?

Haversian system Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone lamellae runs under the periosteum?

External circumferential lamellae Signup and view all the answers

Which lamellae are located inner to the endosteum?

Internal circumferential lamellae Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone structure is formed by irregularly arranged plates of bone trabeculae?

Cancellous bone Signup and view all the answers

Which cells fix the periosteum to the underlying bone?

Sharpey’s fibers Signup and view all the answers

What do Haversian systems lack?

Bone marrow cavities Signup and view all the answers

What extends from the periosteum to the outer circumferential lamellae?