Types of Bone Cells: Osteocytes and Osteoclasts

Learn about the two main types of bone cells - osteocytes and osteoclasts. Osteocytes maintain the bone matrix, while osteoclasts are responsible for bone resorption. Understand their structures, functions, and locations within the bone.

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Which type of cartilage is the most common in the human body?

Hyaline cartilage

What is the function of the outer fibrous layer of the perichondrium in hyaline cartilage?

Contains type I collagen fibers and fibroblasts

What type of cells form chondroblasts that secrete the cartilage matrix in hyaline cartilage?

Chondrogenic cells

Where is the single nucleus of osteocytes located?

Farthest from the bone surface Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary component of the organic material in the bone matrix?

Type I collagen Signup and view all the answers

Which cells are responsible for bone reabsorption and breakdown of the bone matrix for remodeling?

Osteoclasts Signup and view all the answers

Which genetic disorder is characterized by reduced or defective type I collagen?

Osteogenesis Imperfecta Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cartilage growth occurs when new cells are added to the surface of the tissue?

Appositional growth Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone cells secrete the bone matrix and deposit calcium salts in it?

Osteoblasts Signup and view all the answers

In bone, what is the function of Sharpey's fibers?

Anchor periosteum to bone matrix Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following types of bone is also known as cancellous bone?

Spongy bone Signup and view all the answers

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