Bone Types Flashcards
1
Q
what are the two different types of bone?
A
- compact
2. cancellous
2
Q
define compact bone?
A
mostly a solid matrix of cells (e.g. inferior border of the mandible)
3
Q
compact bone is built for?
A
strength ; more solid
4
Q
define cancellous bone?
A
lacy network of bone w/small, marrow-filled spaces
5
Q
cancellous bone gives us?
A
strength w/out the weight
6
Q
e.g. of cancellous bone
A
alveolar bone