SN
|
Point of Difference
|
Bone
|
Cartilage
|
| 1. |
Structure |
Tough, rigid and inelastic |
Soft, flexible and elastic |
| 2. |
Each cell |
Osteocyte |
Chondrocyte |
| 3. |
Matrix protein |
Ossein |
Chondrin |
| 4. |
Deposition of calcium phosphate in matrix |
Present |
Absent |
| 5. |
Arrangement of matrix |
In concentric lamellae |
Not arranged in lamellae |
| 6. |
Number of cell in Each lacunae |
One bone cell/lacunae |
2-3 cartilage cell/lacunae |
| 7. |
Canaliculi |
Present (bone cells are interconnected) |
Absent |
| 8. |
Haversian canal system |
Present |
Absent |
| 9. |
Volkman canal |
Present |
Absent |
| 10. |
Network of Blood vessel in matrix |
Present |
Absent |
| 11. |
Growth pattern |
Bidirectional |
Unidirectional |
| 12. |
Types |
2 types- spongy and compact bone |
3 types- Hyaline, Elastic and White fibrous cartilage |
| 13. |
Functions |
Support and protect tissues |
Resist strain and absorb mechanical shock |
