Questions and Answers
What type of cells undergo cell division and develop into osteoblasts?
What are bone building cells called?
osteoblasts
What are mature bone cells and the principal cells of bone tissue?
osteocytes
What cells are derived from monocytes and serve to break down bone tissue?
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Study Notes
Bone Cell Types
- Osteogenic cells are responsible for bone cell division and develop into osteoblasts.
- Osteoblasts are specialized cells that contribute to bone formation and building new bone tissue.
- Osteocytes are mature bone cells that maintain the bone matrix, acting as the primary cellular component of bone tissue.
- Osteoclasts arise from monocytes and play a crucial role in the resorption of bone tissue, breaking it down to maintain bone health and calcium homeostasis.
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Explore the world of bone cells with these flashcards featuring osteogenic cells, osteoblasts, osteocytes, and osteoclasts. Each card provides a definition to help you understand the role each type of cell plays in bone development and maintenance. Perfect for biology students looking to enhance their knowledge of skeletal cell functions.
