Multiple Choice
Which bone cells are responsible for laying down new bone for growth and repair?
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6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue
Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Cells
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Which bone cells are responsible for producing the organic bone matrix?
A
Osteoblasts
B
Chondrocytes
C
Osteocytes
D
Osteoclasts
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Begin by understanding the function of each type of bone cell. Osteoblasts, osteocytes, osteoclasts, and chondrocytes each have distinct roles in bone physiology.
Osteoblasts are primarily responsible for the synthesis of the organic components of the bone matrix, including collagen and other proteins. They play a crucial role in bone formation.
Chondrocytes are cells found in cartilage, not bone. They are responsible for maintaining the cartilaginous matrix, which is different from the bone matrix.
Osteocytes are mature bone cells that originate from osteoblasts. They maintain the bone matrix but do not produce new matrix.
Osteoclasts are involved in bone resorption, breaking down bone tissue, and are not responsible for producing the bone matrix.
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