Bone Structure and Physiology

Question 1

Another name for Haversian system

Answer 1

Osteon

Question 2

3 things contained in Haversian system central canal

Answer 2

• Blood vessels
• Lymphatics
• Nerves

Question 3

Structures formed by spongy bone tissue

Answer 3

Trabeculae

Question 4

Two differences between compact and spongy bone tissue

Answer 4

• Spongy tissue lighter to reduce overall weight of bone

- Spongy tissue supports and protects bone marrow

Question 5

Two organic components of bone

Answer 5

• Bone cells

- Osteoid

Question 6

Main inorganic component of bone

Answer 6

Mineral salts surrounding collagen fibres

Question 7

Function of organic components of bone

Answer 7

Contributes to bone structure and flexibility

Question 8

Inorganic components of bone allow bones to resist _____

Answer 8

Compression

Question 9

Diaphysis supplied by ____ arteries/veins

Answer 9

Periosteal

Question 10

Nutrient artery/vein located in the _____

Answer 10

Diaphysis

Question 11

Metaphyses supplied by _____ arteries/veins

Answer 11

Metaphyseal

Question 12

Epiphyses supplied by _____ arteries veins

Answer 12

Epiphyses

Question 13

Layer of bone most sensory nerves are found in

Answer 13

Periosteum