Skeletal System Flashcards by Nathan Frater | Brainscape

Q

What % of bones are inorganic?

A

55%

Don’t contain carbon

Mostly calcium and phosphate

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Q

Where does cancellous bone receive it’s nutrients from ?

A

Bone marrow

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Q

What 3 things can be caused by loss of bone mineral density

A

Fragile limbs
Reduced height
Loss of teeth

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