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Spongy bone, also known as cancellous bone, is less dense than compact bone and is composed of a honeycomb-like network of bones called trabeculae. Spongy bone actually looks like a sponge. It is found at the expanded heads of long bones, such as bones of the arms, legs, fingers and toes and also in the ribs. Spongy bone also fills most irregular bones, such as bones of the skull, vertebrae and hips. Blood vessels run throughout the substance and marrow fills the spaces between the tissues. Spongy bones are designed to bear stress caused by bending or stretching.
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Where in long bone is spongy bone located?
It is located in the interior of the bone. Particularly in the Proximal and Distal epiphyisis.
Which bone type has the least amount of spongy bone relative to its total volume?
Long bones have the least amount of spongy bone relative to their total volume. Long bones, such as the femur or humerus, have a dense outer layer of compact bone with minimal spongy bone located at the ends.
What is true about spongy bone?
Spongy BoneA spongy bone is so spongy because, the spongy bone has many open spaces and contains bone marrow. But, spongy bone is know to be lightweight and very strong.It also contains trabeculae which allow for the "gaps" in the bone and allow it "give." It is also the only place where red marrow is found in adults.
Does spongy bone produce red blood cells?
Yes, spongy bone does have the capability to produce red blood cells through a process called hematopoiesis. The bone marrow located in the spongy bone contains stem cells that can differentiate into red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Do all compact bones contain spongy and compact bone tissue?
Yes, all compact bones contain both spongy and compact bone tissue. The outer layer of compact bone provides strength and protection, while the inner spongy bone contains bone marrow and provides flexibility.
Where is spongy bone located in the bone?
it is located mainly in the proximal and distal epiphysis (the ends of a bone.)
Where in long bone is spongy bone located?
It is located in the interior of the bone. Particularly in the Proximal and Distal epiphyisis.
Where is Spongy bone in a long bone?
It is located in the interior of the bone. Particularly in the Proximal and Distal epiphyisis
Is fat stored in spongy bone?
No, fat is not stored in spongy bone. The majority of fat in the body is stored in adipose tissue, which is a type of connective tissue located beneath the skin and around internal organs. Spongy bone is a type of bone tissue that contains bone marrow, not fat.
Red bone marrow is associated with what kind of bone tissue?
Flat bones in adult and almost all bones in children
What does spongy bone do and where is is found?
Spongy bone is found in the epiphysis part of bone
Is the compact bone spongy?
Actually the compact bone isn't spongy at all, the compact bone is a tough layer making the bone neither too rigid or too brittle. So the compact bone is not spongy. Spongy bone, like its name is spongy.
Is the spongy bone strong?
The spongy bone is strong but lightweight.
What is a spongy bone called?
A spongy bone is also called a cancellous bone or trabecular bone..
Is compact bone replaced faster then spongy bone?
No, spongy bone regenerates faster.
How are marrow and spongy bone alike?
marrow bone is liquidy an spongy bone is soft
What differences with compact bone and spongy bone can be seen with the naked eye?
As the names suggest, compact bone is solid-looking, and forms the outer layers of all bone (and the shafts in long bones). Spongy bone looks like sponge, with small holes, and is found on the inside of bones and the expanded heads of long bones. As the names suggest, spongy bone is softer than the solid, compact bone. With the naked eye, you can see that the compact bone is smooth and located around the outside of a cross-section of bone. Spongy bone, on the other hand, is located on the inside and is very porous, like a sponge.
