10 Questions
What is the function of chondrocytes in cartilage growth?
Secrete new matrix
Which cell type is responsible for the resorption of bone?
Osteoclasts
What is the primary function of bones in the body according to the text?
Mineral storage
Where is yellow marrow typically found in bones?
Medullary cavity
Which type of bone ossification involves the formation of bones from hyaline cartilage?
Endochondral ossification
What is the purpose of trabeculae in spongy bone?
Contain layers of lamellae and osteocytes
Where does bone-tissue formation primarily occur in membrane bones?
Mesenchyme
What cells are responsible for differentiating into osteoblasts?
Osteogenic cells
What marks the end of bone growth according to the text?
Plate closure at epiphysis
What type of tissue is typically found lining blood vessels within bones?
Endothelial tissue
Test your knowledge on bone tissues, including the types of tissues found in bones, and the growth process of cartilage through appositional and interstitial growth. Learn about the functions of bones in the human body.
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