BONE
OSSIFICATION
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Question
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Cells that break down the calcified matrix of bone:
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osteoblasts
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osteoclasts
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osteons
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osteocytes
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Osteoblasts are bone-forming cell, osteoclasts resorb or break down bone, and osteocytes are mature bone cells. An equilibrium between osteoblasts and osteoclasts maintains bone tissue .
Detailed explanation-2: -Osteoclasts dissolve bone mineral by massive acid secretion and secrete specialized proteinases that degrade the organic matrix, mainly type I collagen, in this acidic milieu.
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