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What initiates the process of bone remodeling?
Which area is responsible for the increase in the thickness of the bone shaft?
How does the load affect the vertebral bony blocks?
What occurs if the damage from repetitive loads exceeds the capacity of bone remodeling?
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In which orientation is the vertebra's trabecular architecture primarily aligned?
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What factor primarily affects the strength of bone according to its architectural properties?
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Which structural property of bone allows it to better resist stresses compared to a solid structure?
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How does age impact the mechanical properties of bone?
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What role does skeletal muscle play in the mechanics of bones?
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What is a primary consequence of osteoporosis on bone?
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What leads to a fatigue fracture in bones?
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Which loading mode is responsible for fractures occurring under bending forces?
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What is a common result of increased repetitive load cycles on bone tissue?
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Which of the following describes a fracture due to shear loading?
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How does advancing age affect bone fractures?
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What is the primary function of bone as a connective tissue?
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Which component is NOT a part of the bone matrix?
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Which cells are primarily responsible for bone formation?
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What role do osteoclasts play in bone physiology?
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What are the structural units within the bone called?
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Which type of forces primarily influence bone remodeling during physical activity?
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What constitutes the inorganic component of the bone matrix?
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What is the main purpose of the haversian canals found in bone?
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Which type of loading is bone most resistant to?
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What does fracture toughness represent in the context of bone?
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What characteristic of bone determines its strength under load?
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Which of the following statements about loading rates on bone is true?
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Young's modulus (E) is defined as which of the following?
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In which direction does bone withstand applied loads most effectively?
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What is the effect of loading type on bone behavior?
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Which of the following factors affects the stress-strain curve of bone?
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Study Notes
Bone Tissue
- Bone is a highly vascularized connective tissue that provides support and protection for the body.
- Bone tissue is comprised of bone matrix and bone cells.
- The bone matrix is made up of both organic and inorganic components:
- Organic component: Collagen type I, proteoglycans and glycoproteins.
- Inorganic component: Hydroxyapatite crystals (calcium and phosphate).
- Bone cells include:
- Osteoblasts: Bone-forming cells
- Osteocytes: Mature bone cells
- Osteoclasts: Bone-resorbing cells
- The bone covering is comprised of two layers:
- Periosteum: Outer layer, composed of fibrous connective tissue
- Endosteum: Inner layer, lining the medullary cavity.
Bone Formation
- Bone formation, also known as ossification, is a process that involves the deposition of bone matrix by osteoblasts.
- There are two types of ossification:
- Intramembranous ossification: Occurs directly within mesenchyme, forming flat bones like the skull.
- Endochondral ossification: Occurs within a cartilage model, forming long bones like the femur.
Bone Structure
- Bone is organized into structural units known as osteons or Haversian systems.
- Osteons are cylindrical structures that contain a central Haversian canal, which houses blood vessels and nerves.
- Lamellae, concentric layers of bone matrix, surround the Haversian canal.
- Lacunae, small cavities within the lamellae, house osteocytes.
- Canaliculi, tiny canals that connect lacunae, facilitate nutrient and waste exchange between osteocytes.
Bone Remodeling
- Bone remodeling is a continuous process of bone resorption and bone formation that helps maintain bone health by adapting to mechanical stresses.
- It involves a balance between osteoclast and osteoblast activity.
- Bone resorption occurs when osteoclasts break down bone.
- Bone formation occurs when osteoblasts deposit new bone.
- Mechanical stress stimulates bone formation, making bones stronger.
- This is why exercise is important for maintaining bone health.
Types of Bone
- Bone tissue can be classified into two types based on its structure:
- Compact bone: Dense and strong, found in the shafts of long bones.
- Cancellous bone: Spongy and porous, found in the ends of long bones and in flat bones.
Behavior of Bone Under Loading
- Bone exhibits anisotropic behavior, meaning its mechanical properties vary depending on the direction of the applied load.
- Under various loading modes:
- Tension: Bone withstands tensile loads (pulling forces) to a certain extent.
- Compression: Bone is strong in resisting compressive loads (pushing forces).
- Bending: Bone is susceptible to bending forces, especially at areas of stress concentration.
- Shear: Bone can withstand shear forces (forces acting parallel to the surface).
- Torsion: Bone is relatively weak under torsional loads (twisting forces) but can exhibit some resistance.
Stress-Strain Curve
- The stress-strain curve is a graphical representation of how a material deforms under increasing load.
- The curve's area under the curve represents the fracture toughness, a measure of the energy required to fracture the material.
- Young's modulus (E) is a material's stiffness, reflecting its ability to resist deformation under load.
- Factors influencing the stress-strain curve of bone include:
- Loading characteristics: direction of applied load, type of load, loading rate, and amount of applied load.
- Mechanical properties: compact versus cancellous bone, and age.
- Structural properties: bone architecture, cross-sectional area, length of bone, muscle action, joint structure, and weak points in bone.
Pathomechanics of Bone
- Pathomechanics is the study of how mechanical factors contribute to bone injury.
- Common bone pathologies:
- Osteonecrosis: Death of bone cells due to lack of blood supply.
- Osteoporosis: Reduction in bone density, increasing fracture risk.
- Fractures: Breaks in bone structure, caused by excessive loading or stress.
Fractures
- Fractures can be caused by various loading forces, including tension, compression, bending, shear, torsion, and combined loading.
- Fatigue fractures occur due to repetitive loading, causing microdamage over time.
- Healing a fracture requires specialized cells (osteoblasts and osteoclasts) to form a callus.
Trabecular Architecture
- Trabeculae (thin, bony struts) are a key component of cancellous bone.
- Their arrangement and orientation are critical for bone strength.
- In long bones, trabecular architecture is aligned to resist compressive and tensile forces.
- In short bones, like vertebrae, trabeculae are oriented for primarily vertical loads.
- Trabecular architecture plays a significant role in load transmission and bone strength.
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This quiz explores the structure and function of bone tissue, including its various components and cell types. Additionally, it covers the process of bone formation, or ossification, detailing the different types involved. Test your knowledge about the vital role bones play in the body.
