Lecture25: Formation Of Bone Flashcards

1
Q

What is responsible for bone resorption?

A

Osteoclasts

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2
Q

What do osteoclasts do?

A

They attach to the bone and acidify the area below

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3
Q

How do osteoclasts break down collagen?

A

They secrete protease

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4
Q

When do osteoblasts make collagen?

A

When the osteoclasts dig a big enough hole

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5
Q

What is the process of cartilage turning into bone called?

A

Ossification

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6
Q

What determines how long bone growth takes place?

A

The epiphysis of the bone

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7
Q

What stops bone growth?

A

Epiphyseal closure

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