10 Questions
What is the primary function of osteoblasts in bone tissue?
To secrete the early bone matrix called osteoid
Where are osteocytes typically found in bone tissue?
Within the lacunae, between lamellae of mineralized bone tissue
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
To digest bone matrix
What is the name of the layer where osteoprogenitor cells, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts are found together?
Inner osteogenic layer
What type of collagen is predominantly found in osteoid?
Type I collagen
What is the primary function of the Skeletal System?
Support, protection, mobility, and calcium storage
What is the main component of cartilage?
Water
What is the term for the spaces within the cartilage matrix where cells are located?
Lacunae
What is the characteristic of cartilage that allows it to absorb shock?
Its great compressibility
What is the term for the layer of connective tissue surrounding cartilage?
Perichondrium
Test your knowledge of the different cell types found in bone tissue, including osteoprogenitor cells, osteoblasts, osteocytes, and osteoclasts. Learn about their functions and locations within the bone structure.
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