GENERAL HISTOLOGY

BONE

COMPACT BONE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the purpose of the central canal?
A
Connect Lacunae and osteocytes together
B
provide strength and resilience to bone
C
Space for blood vessels and nerves
D
To manage the bone
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Function: The function of the spinal canal and vertebral column is to protect the spinal cord and provide support to the body. It includes foramen such that blood supply and nerves to and from the spinal cord can occur at every level.

Detailed explanation-2: -The central canal of an osteon contains the nerves and blood vessels that supply that area of bone. The central canal, also called the haversian canal, is an open space that runs through the middle of the osteon.

Detailed explanation-3: -The central canal of the spinal cord contains cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). CSF constitutes ventricles in the brain. Ventricles are communicating network of cavities in the brain which are filled with CSF. In the middle of the spinal cord, it constitutes the central canal.

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