10 Questions
What is the primary difference between compact bone matrix and spongy bone matrix?
Compact bone matrix has no diffusion ability, while spongy bone matrix is arranged as trabeculae
Which characteristic is true of immature bone but not of mature bone?
Contains relatively more cells per unit area
What is another name for nonlamellar bone?
Bundle bone
Which type of bone tissue does not have an interlacing arrangement of collagen fibers?
Mature compact bone
In what way do the cells in immature bone differ from cells in mature bone?
Immature bone cells are randomly arranged, while mature bone cells are aligned with the lamellae
What is the main structural difference between mature compact bone and mature spongy bone?
Spongy bone consists of trabeculae, while compact bone consists of lamellae
What is the primary function of Haversian canals?
Nutrient transport through the compact bone
Which type of collagen fiber arrangement characterizes nonlamellar bones?
Randomly interlacing arrangement
What distinguishes the matrix staining behavior between immature and mature bones under hematoxylin and eosin stains?
Immature bones stain more intensely with hematoxylin, while mature bones stain more intensely with eosin.
What distinguishes the collagen fiber arrangement in immature and mature bones?
Collagen fibers in immature bones are randomly arranged but are aligned with the lamellae in mature bones.
Explore the characteristics and functions of the two membranes that surround bone tissue: Periosteum and Endosteum. Learn about the structure, composition, and roles of these important connective tissues in maintaining bone health.
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