ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Osteogenic cells are the only bone cells that divide. Osteogenic cells differentiate and develop into osteoblasts which, in turn, are responsible for forming new bones. Osteoblasts synthesize and secrete a collagen matrix and calcium salts.

Detailed explanation-2: -Osteoprogenitor cells, also known as osteogenic cells, are stem cells in the bone that play a prodigal role in bone repair and growth. These cells are the precursors to the more specialized bone cells (osteocytes and osteoblasts) and reside in the bone marrow.

Detailed explanation-3: -Osteoprogenitor cells are located on the endosteal and periosteal surface of the bone and inner surface of the Haversian canals (see Fig. 6.7). Some osteoprogenitor cells transform into osteoblasts after being divided by mitosis.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bone tissue is made up of four different types of bone cells; osteoblasts, osteocytes, osteoclasts, and osteoprogenitor cells. Together these cells comprise the compact and spongy bone layers and work together to maintain the mineral composition and structure of the bones.

Detailed explanation-5: -Osteoprogenitor cells or osteogenic cells are the only bone cells that can undergo mitosis. These are stem cells and undergo differentiation to give rise to osteoblast cells.