The structure of bone tissue suits the function. Which of the following bone tissues is adapted to support weight and withstand tension stress?
A) spongy bone
B) irregular bone
C) compact bone
D) trabecular bone

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Compact bone is dense and strong, making it well-suited for weight support and tension stress. Spongy bone (A) has a porous structure and is found in the ends of long bones where it helps reduce the weight of the skeleton. Irregular bone (B) has complex shapes and functions for protection, but not necessarily weight support. Trabecular bone (D) is another name for spongy bone, so the answer cannot be D.

The Structure of Bone Tissue Suits the Function