Principles of Anatomy and Physiology 14e with Atlas of the Skeleton Set (14th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 1-11877-456-6
ISBN 13: 978-1-11877-456-4

Chapter 6 - The Skeletal System: Bone Tissue - Checkpoint - Page 170: 4

Answer

Red bone marrow is made of blood stem cells and is the site of blood cell production. On the other hand, yellow bone marrow is mostly composed of triglycerides and functions as a fat reservoir of the body.

Work Step by Step

Blood stem cells found in red bone marrow produce blood cells (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) whereas yellow bone marrow provides the body energy in the form of fats.
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