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What is the location of the compact bone and the sponge bone?

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Compact bone is the external or outer layer of a bone that gives bone tissue a "hard-like" feel, while a spongy bone is the inner bone. Spongy bone is porous and sits underneath the compact bone. If spongy bone does not receive ample calcium nutrients, it is most vulnerable to breakage.

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