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It has a lot of blood vessels, and a high surface area to mass ratio.
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Are bones lightweight because of spongy or compact bone?
Spongy
Do flat bones consist of compact bones sandwiched between spongy bones?
No. Flat bones consist of spongy bone sandwiched between compact bone.
What is spongy bones?
Spongy bone contains bone marrow and is 'softer" in the center.
What bones contain spongy bone tissue?
short bones
What is spongy bone also called?
spongey bone is flexible but can break very easily. Isnt science fascinating.
Why are spongy bones spongy?
Spongy bone has a lattice-like structure with open spaces filled with bone marrow. This design makes spongy bone lightweight and flexible, allowing it to absorb shock and distribute forces in multiple directions. This structure also provides space for blood vessels and facilitates the exchange of nutrients and waste products.
What is between the two bones?
spongy and compact
What does the inside of your bones looks like?
spongy
What is the histology of compact and spongy bones?
lumellar
What are the spongy bones functions?
Both red and white blood cells are produced in the spongy bone marrow.
Do flat bones consist of compact bone sandwiched between spongy bone?
The compact bone surrounds the spongy bone and provides structure for the body.
Why do bones light weight?
It is because of the spongy center.
