Bone Cell Types and Functions

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What is the primary function of osteoblasts in bone tissue?

  • To maintain bone matrix
  • To communicate with other cells via gap junctions
  • To digest bone matrix
  • To secrete the early bone matrix called osteoid (correct)

Where are osteocytes typically found in bone tissue?

  • In the inner osteogenic layer
  • In the bone marrow
  • Within the lacunae, between lamellae of mineralized bone tissue (correct)
  • Within the periosteum and endosteum

What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?

  • To communicate with other cells via gap junctions
  • To digest bone matrix (correct)
  • To secrete the early bone matrix called osteoid
  • To maintain bone matrix

What is the name of the layer where osteoprogenitor cells, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts are found together?

<p>Inner osteogenic layer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of collagen is predominantly found in osteoid?

<p>Type I collagen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Skeletal System?

<p>Support, protection, mobility, and calcium storage (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of cartilage?

<p>Water (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the spaces within the cartilage matrix where cells are located?

<p>Lacunae (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of cartilage that allows it to absorb shock?

<p>Its great compressibility (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the layer of connective tissue surrounding cartilage?

<p>Perichondrium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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