Lesson 2.2 Bone tissue
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What is the function of yellow bone marrow?
Yellow bone marrow stores fat for energy.
Which bone cell helps store calcium and phosphate minerals?
Osteoblasts store minerals.
Which bone cell releases minerals into the body?
Osteoblasts store minerals.
What is the function of red bone marrow?
Red bone marrow produces blood cells.
Describe the layers that make up a bone.
The bone marrow is thin and contains blood vessels and nerves. Compact bone is dense and hard with small canals that contain blood vessels and nerves. Spongy bone is lightweight but strong and looks like a dried sponge.
List the five functions of bones.
support, movement, mineral storage, blood cell production, and protection