Question

chapter 4 multiple choice question 20
1 part | - of 1 point
chondroblasts _______.
remain in compact bone even after the epiphyseal plate closes
within the cartilage divide and secrete new matrix
are mature cartilage cells located in spaces called lacunae
never lose their ability to divide

Explanation:

Chondroblasts are cells within cartilage that divide and secrete new extracellular matrix. They are not found in compact bone after epiphyseal - plate closure, mature cartilage cells are chondrocytes (located in lacunae), and they do not have an indefinite ability to divide.

Answer:

within the cartilage divide and secrete new matrix