Bones Flashcards
1
Q
Define Bone Ossification
A
The formation of bone.
2
Q
What are the four types of cells in bones?
A
- Osteogenic Cell
- Osteoblasts
- Osteocytes
- Osteoclasts
3
Q
Osteogenic Cell
A
Stem Cell
4
Q
Osteoblasts
A
The Bone Makers.
Matrix synthesising cell responsible for bone growth.
5
Q
Osteocytes
A
Bone Maintenance.
6
Q
What are the two types of bone?
A
- Compact Bone
2. Cancellous/Spongy Bone
7
Q
What are the four types of bones?
A
- Long Bones
- Short Bones
- Flat Bones
- Irregular Bones
