Bone Classification and Tissue Structure Quiz
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What is the main function of interstitial lamellae?

  • To provide structural support to the osteons
  • To allow for the passage of blood vessels and nerves
  • To facilitate the continuous renewal process of osteons
  • To fill the small triangular spaces between osteons (correct)

    • How do the collagen fibers in adjacent lamellae of an osteon differ in their arrangement?

  • They are arranged in the same spiral direction
  • They are arranged in a parallel, linear fashion
  • They are arranged in a random, unstructured way
  • They are arranged in opposite spiral directions (correct)

    • Which of the following statements about perforating canals is true?

  • Perforating canals perforate the lamellae of the osteons (correct)
  • Perforating canals are filled with dense connective tissue
  • Perforating canals are lined with compact bone
  • Perforating canals are surrounded by concentric lamellae

    • What is the main difference between the structure of compact bone and cancellous bone?

    <p>Compact bone has a network of interconnected cavities, while cancellous bone does not</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is cancellous bone typically found in the skeleton?

    <p>In the epiphysis and metaphysis of long bones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between primary bone tissue and mature compact/cancellous bone?

    <p>Primary bone is the first bone tissue formed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is compact bone tissue found in a long bone?

    <p>In the bone shaft (diaphysis) around the bone marrow cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fills the central (Haversian) canal in compact bone tissue?

    <p>Loose connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the outer circumferential lamellae located in compact bone?

    <p>Outer zone, beneath &amp; parallel to the periosteum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are osteons (Haversian systems) composed of?

    <p>Concentric lamellae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To what do perforating (Volkmann's) canals connect in compact bone tissue?

    <p>Central canals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of concentric lamellae in compact bone tissue?

    <p>Provide structural support to the bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

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