Trabeculae are Arranged in Such a Way So as To

Question

Trabeculae are arranged in such a way so as to
A) lighten bone.
B) strengthen bone.
C) allow space for bone marrow.
D) increase tensile strength.

Accepted Answer

Trabeculae are small, branching, interconnected bony spicules within cancellous bone that provide structural support and increase the strength of the bone. They also help to distribute stress evenly across the bone, reducing the risk of fracture. Therefore, the correct choice is B, which states that trabeculae strengthen bone.