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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?

Compact bone has a network of interconnected cavities, while cancellous bone does not (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where is cancellous bone typically found in the skeleton?

In the epiphysis and metaphysis of long bones (B) Signup and view all the answers

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

Primary bone is the first bone tissue formed (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where is compact bone tissue found in a long bone?

In the bone shaft (diaphysis) around the bone marrow cavity (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Loose connective tissue (A) Signup and view all the answers

Where are the outer circumferential lamellae located in compact bone?

Outer zone, beneath & parallel to the periosteum (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are osteons (Haversian systems) composed of?

Concentric lamellae (A) Signup and view all the answers

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

Central canals (C) Signup and view all the answers

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

Provide structural support to the bone (A) Signup and view all the answers

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