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What is the function of osteoprogenitor cells?
What is the function of osteoprogenitor cells?
- They synthesize the bone matrix
- They play a role in endochondral ossification
- They can divide & differentiate into osteoblasts during bone growth & healing of fracture (correct)
- They are richly vascularized
Where are osteocytes located?
Where are osteocytes located?
- Endosteum
- Lining of bone marrow cavities (correct)
- At the surface of bone, side by side
- Inner layer of periosteum
Where can osteoclasts be found?
Where can osteoclasts be found?
- Lining of bone marrow cavities (correct)
- Inner layer of periosteum
- At the surface of bone, side by side
- Endosteum
What is the main function of osteoblasts?
What is the main function of osteoblasts?
What is the structure of compact bone?
What is the structure of compact bone?
Flashcards
Osteoprogenitor cell function
Osteoprogenitor cell function
Divide and differentiate into osteoblasts during bone growth and fracture healing.
Osteocyte location
Osteocyte location
Bone matrix.
Osteoclast location
Osteoclast location
Bone marrow cavities.
Osteoblast function
Osteoblast function
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Compact bone structure
Compact bone structure
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Study Notes
Bone Cells
- Osteoprogenitor cells have the ability to differentiate into osteoblasts, which then form new bone tissue.
Osteocytes
- Osteocytes are mature bone cells embedded in the bone matrix, responsible for maintaining bone tissue.
Osteoclasts
- Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells that break down and resorb bone tissue, found in the periosteum and endosteum of bones.
Osteoblasts
- The main function of osteoblasts is to produce bone matrix, which is composed of collagen fibers and minerals, and to deposit it onto the surface of bones.
Compact Bone Structure
- Compact bone is composed of cylindrical units called osteons, which consist of concentric layers of bone matrix surrounding a central canal.
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Test your knowledge of dentistry histology with this quiz covering bone histology. Explore the structure, functions, and roles of bone cells, as well as the process of bone resorption and remodeling. Gain insights into compact bone structure and its various sites.
