Bone Types

Question 1

what are the two different types of bone?

Answer 1

1. compact

2. cancellous

Question 2

define compact bone?

Answer 2

mostly a solid matrix of cells (e.g. inferior border of the mandible)

Question 3

compact bone is built for?

Answer 3

strength ; more solid

Question 4

define cancellous bone?

Answer 4

lacy network of bone w/small, marrow-filled spaces

Question 5

cancellous bone gives us?

Answer 5

strength w/out the weight

Question 6

e.g. of cancellous bone

Answer 6

alveolar bone