Question

question 9

bone-forming cells are called ______.

a osteogenic(osteoprogenitor) cells

b osteoblasts

c osteoclasts

d osteocytes

e osteons

Explanation:

Identify the function of bone-forming cells

Bone tissue contains specialized cells. We need to find the cell type responsible for forming new bone matrix.

Analyze the given options

• osteogenic cells: Stem cells that divide to produce osteoblasts.
• osteoblasts: Active bone-forming cells that secrete the organic bone matrix (osteoid).
• osteoclasts: Large cells that resorb (break down) bone tissue.
• osteocytes: Mature bone cells housed in lacunae that maintain the bone matrix.
• osteons: Structural units of compact bone, not cells.

Select the correct cell type

Osteoblasts are the primary cells responsible for bone formation.

Answer:

• A osteogenic(osteoprogenitor) cells
• B osteoblasts (Correct answer)
• C osteoclasts
• D osteocytes
• E osteons