Multiple Choice
Which of the following statements about the endometrium is true?
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27. The Reproductive System
Introduction to the Reproductive System
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Which type of cell is responsible for building bone in the body?
A
Osteoclast
B
Chondrocyte
C
Osteoblast
D
Fibroblast
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Step 1: Understand the function of each cell type mentioned in the problem. Osteoblasts are responsible for building and forming new bone tissue. Osteoclasts break down and resorb bone tissue. Chondrocytes are involved in cartilage formation, and fibroblasts produce connective tissue fibers.
Step 2: Focus on the term 'building bone' in the question. This indicates the process of bone formation, which is specifically carried out by osteoblasts.
Step 3: Recall that osteoblasts secrete the bone matrix, which includes collagen and other proteins, and facilitate the mineralization of bone tissue.
Step 4: Eliminate the incorrect options based on their functions. Osteoclasts are involved in bone resorption, chondrocytes are related to cartilage, and fibroblasts are associated with connective tissue, not bone formation.
Step 5: Conclude that the correct answer is osteoblasts, as they are the cells responsible for building and forming bone in the body.
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