Multiple Choice
What are the four primary types of cells found only in bone tissue?
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6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue
Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Cells
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Which type of bone cell is responsible for making bone?
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Osteocytes
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Osteoblasts
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Osteoclasts
D
Chondrocytes
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Begin by understanding the different types of bone cells and their functions. Bone cells are specialized cells that play various roles in bone formation, maintenance, and resorption.
Osteoblasts are the bone cells responsible for bone formation. They synthesize and secrete the bone matrix, which includes collagen and other proteins, and initiate the process of mineralization.
Osteocytes are mature bone cells that originate from osteoblasts. Once osteoblasts become embedded in the bone matrix, they differentiate into osteocytes, which help maintain the bone tissue.
Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells responsible for bone resorption. They break down bone tissue by secreting acids and enzymes, which dissolve the mineral matrix and collagen.
Chondrocytes are not involved in bone formation; they are the cells found in cartilage, responsible for maintaining the cartilaginous matrix.
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