MICROANATOMY

EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN

CONNECTIVE TISSUE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the main structural unit of compact bone?
A
Osteon
B
Trabecula
C
Lacuna
D
Lamella
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Compact bone consists of closely packed osteons or haversian systems. The osteon consists of a central canal called the osteonic (haversian) canal, which is surrounded by concentric rings (lamellae) of matrix. Between the rings of matrix, the bone cells (osteocytes) are located in spaces called lacunae.

Detailed explanation-2: -Compact bone tissue consists of units called osteons or Haversian systems. Osteons are cylindrical structures that contain a mineral matrix and living osteocytes connected by canaliculi, which transport blood. They are aligned parallel to the long axis of the bone.

Detailed explanation-3: -In osteology, the osteon or haversian system (/həˈvɜːr. ʒən/; named for Clopton Havers) is the fundamental functional unit of much compact bone. Osteons are roughly cylindrical structures that are typically between 0.25 mm and 0.35 mm in diameter.

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