Classification of Bone | Connective Tissue | Human Body | Biology
According to the density and hardness, bone is divided into two types: 1. Compact Bone 2. Cancellated Bone. 1. Compact Bone: Distribution: The outer layer of all bones and the shaft (diaphysis) of the long bones are entirely compact in nature. Histology: The shaft of the long bones (Fig. 1.48) is the typical example of this type of bone tissue. [...]