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What is the primary function of osteoblasts in bone tissue?
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?
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?
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?
What is the name of the layer where osteoprogenitor cells, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts are found together?
What type of collagen is predominantly found in osteoid?
What type of collagen is predominantly found in osteoid?
What is the primary function of the Skeletal System?
What is the primary function of the Skeletal System?
What is the main component of cartilage?
What is the main component of cartilage?
What is the term for the spaces within the cartilage matrix where cells are located?
What is the term for the spaces within the cartilage matrix where cells are located?
What is the characteristic of cartilage that allows it to absorb shock?
What is the characteristic of cartilage that allows it to absorb shock?
What is the term for the layer of connective tissue surrounding cartilage?
What is the term for the layer of connective tissue surrounding cartilage?
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