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What provides hardness to bones?

  • Mineralized extracellular matrix (correct)
  • Bone marrow
  • Bone coverings
  • Bone cells
  • Which part of the long bone covers a central cavity called marrow cavity?

  • Endosteum
  • Periosteum
  • Diaphysis (correct)
  • Epiphyses
  • What is the function of bones in addition to support and protection of vital organs?

  • Storage of fat
  • Storehouse for calcium and phosphates (correct)
  • Production of blood cells
  • Synthesis of hormones
  • What covers the ends of long bones and shows a thin layer of compact bone?

    <p>A thin layer of compact bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone is characterized by a tubular sheath without visible spaces?

    <p>Compact bone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of bone cells are involved in the resorption of bone tissue?

    <p>Osteoclasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the internal structure of bone tissue often compared to?

    <p>Honeycomb</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of tissue is bone tissue classified as?

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

    What type of cells are involved in the formation and mineralization of bone tissue?

    <p>Osteoblasts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of bones in addition to providing structure and support for the body?

    <p>Produce red and white blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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