Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Trabeculae definitions Flashcards

Small rods or struts in spongy bone, aligning with stress lines to provide strength.

Bone with a sponge-like appearance, containing trabeculae and lacking organized osteons.

Layers of bone matrix found within trabeculae, not arranged in rings like in compact bone.

Bone cells residing in lacunae within the trabeculae, connected by canaliculi.

Small spaces within trabeculae where osteocytes reside.

Tiny channels in trabeculae allowing osteocytes to exchange materials.

Another term for spongy bone, derived from Latin meaning lattice.

Another term for spongy bone, named after the trabeculae.

The intercellular substance of bone tissue, forming lamellae in trabeculae.

Structures weaving through spongy bone, supplying nutrients and removing waste.

Patterns along which trabeculae align to effectively handle weight.

A structure likened to trabeculae, with cross pieces and vertical bars for support.