yellow bone marrow

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Noun yellow bone marrow has 1 sense

yellow marrow, yellow bone marrow - bone marrow that is yellow with fat; found at the ends of long bones in adults
--₁ is a kind of marrow, bone marrow

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Term: Yellow Bone Marrow

Definition:

Yellow bone marrow refers to the fatty tissue found within the medullary cavity of long bones, primarily in adults. It is responsible for storing adipose cells that contain triglycerides, which can be used as a source of energy.

Sample Sentences:

The function of yellow bone marrow is to store fat cells and provide energy when needed.
With age, red bone marrow gets replaced by yellow bone marrow.
If the body requires extra energy, yellow bone marrow can supply it by breaking down stored fat.

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