Growth of Cartilage Flashcards
1
Q
Describe appositional cartilage growth
A
Cells in the perichondrium secrete matrix against the external face of existing cartilage
2
Q
Describe Intersitial cartilage growth
A
Lacunae-bound chondrocytes inside the cartilage divide and secrete new matrix, expanding the cartilage from within
3
Q
When does Calcification of cartilage occur?
A
During normal bone growth (increases in length and width)
&
During old age (thus, decreases flexibility at joints)
