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Bone that is very hard and dense. Found as the outer portions of the a bone where it provides strength |
Compact bone |
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Consists of trabeculae precisely arranged in patterns which follow the lines of stress in bones. |
Spongy bone |
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Tiny bone plates that lend support and strength to bones |
Trabeculae |
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The relatively large spaces between the trabeculae are filled with the blood cell producing tissue known as...? |
Red bone marrow |
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Cartilage that has a smooth glassy appearance because of the large amount of matrix. |
Hyaline cartilage |
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Cartilage named because of flexibility. This trait is due to the additional elastic fibers |
Elastic cartilage |
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Cartilage named because of flexibility. This trait is due to the additional elastic fibers |
Elastic cartilage |
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Contains numerous chondrocytes and thick collagen fibers for tensile strength. Found where stress to the tissue or joint is likely to be high |
Fibrocartilage |
