Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue

Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - The Osteon

Anatomy & Physiology

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue

Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - The Osteon

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What is the basic structural unit of compact bone tissue?

Periosteum

Endosteum

Trabeculae

Osteon

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Understand that compact bone tissue is a dense and strong type of bone tissue that forms the outer layer of bones.

Recognize that the basic structural unit of compact bone is called an osteon, also known as a Haversian system.

Learn that an osteon consists of concentric layers, or lamellae, of calcified matrix surrounding a central canal, known as the Haversian canal, which contains blood vessels and nerves.

Differentiate between the terms: Periosteum (a membrane covering the outer surface of bones), Endosteum (a membrane lining the inner surface of the bone cavities), and Trabeculae (the structural unit of spongy bone, not compact bone).

Conclude that the osteon is the correct answer as it is the fundamental structural unit of compact bone tissue, providing strength and support.