GENERAL HISTOLOGY

BONE

STRUCTURES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
One of the functions of bone is to store minerals and fat.
A
True
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Certain types of bones store fat and then release it when your body needs energy. Storing and releasing minerals. Bones can also store necessary minerals when their levels are too high in your blood. Then, your bones will release the minerals when your body needs them.

Detailed explanation-2: -Scientists first noticed that our bone marrow contains fat-storing cells, called adipocytes, over a century ago.

Detailed explanation-3: -It gives the body its shape, allows movement, makes blood cells, provides protection for organs and stores minerals.

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