Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Specialized Connective Tissue: Cartilage

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is something that chondrocytes and osteocytes have in common?

Both are found in the periosteum.

Both are responsible for the mineralization of bone.

Both are involved in the production of collagen fibers.

Both reside in lacunae.

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Begin by understanding the roles of chondrocytes and osteocytes. Chondrocytes are the cells found in cartilage, while osteocytes are the cells found in bone tissue.

Recognize that both chondrocytes and osteocytes reside in small cavities within their respective tissues. These cavities are known as lacunae.

Consider the structure of cartilage and bone. In cartilage, chondrocytes are embedded within the matrix in spaces called lacunae. Similarly, in bone, osteocytes are housed in lacunae within the mineralized matrix.

Evaluate the other options provided in the problem. Chondrocytes are not found in the periosteum, nor are they responsible for bone mineralization. Osteocytes do not produce collagen fibers; this is primarily the role of osteoblasts.

Conclude that the commonality between chondrocytes and osteocytes is their residence in lacunae, which is a characteristic feature of both cell types in their respective tissues.