Cells, Tissues, and Bone Structure

Which type of cell is responsible for breaking down and reabsorbing bone tissue?

• Osteoblast
• Osteoclast
• Osteocyte
• Chondrocyte

What is the primary function of the Haversian canal in compact bone?

• Stores bone marrow
• Houses blood vessels and nerves
• Produces new bone cells
• Connects bone cells together

Which tissue type is characterized by tightly packed cells with little intercellular space?

• Connective tissue
• Muscle tissue
• Epithelial tissue
• Nervous tissue

What type of bone is the femur classified as?

• Short bone
• Irregular bone
• Flat bone
• Long bone

Which cell type is responsible for forming new bone tissue?

• Osteoblast
• Chondrocyte
• Fibroblast
• Adipocyte

What is the specialized professional who studies tissues called?

• Cytologist
• Pathologist
• Histologist
• Osteologist

Which structure connects muscle to bone?

• Ligament
• Cartilage
• Tendon
• Fascia

What type of bone tissue is characterized by a honeycomb-like structure?

• Compact bone
• Cortical bone
• Lamellar bone
• Spongy bone

Which component of bone contains blood-forming cells?

• Periosteum
• Bone marrow
• Haversian canal
• Canaliculi

What connects bone to bone at joints?

• Tendon
• Fascia
• Cartilage
• Ligament