Describe the structure of bone, and how each of these structures influences bone strength


?Bone has two major compartments-the outer cortical bone and the inner trabecular bone. The outer bone is a thick, dense bone, whereas the trabecular bone is the inside of the long bones and is comprised of a matrix. The trabecular bone is the location where calcium primarily deposits when the blood levels are high and from where calcium is liberated when blood levels are depressed. The cortical bone provides a sturdy outer wall, while the inner matrix provides support along the stress points.

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