The spongy bone of flat and irregular bones contains:
A)osteons to produce new bone
B)adipose tissue to store energy
C)fibrous connective tissue for added strength
D)red bone marrow to produce blood cells

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Spongy bone in flat and irregular bones contains red bone marrow, which is responsible for producing new blood cells. Osteons are found in compact bone, not spongy bone. Adipose tissue and fibrous connective tissue are not typically found in spongy bone.

The Spongy Bone of Flat and Irregular Bones Contains