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Osteocytes become surrounded by bone matrix and are relatively inactive, but do have the capability to produce components needed to maintain the bone matrix if needed. Lacunae osteoblasts change into osteocytes.

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Which cells of bones secrete the matrix of Haversian canal?

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Do osteocytes become osteoblasts when they are completely surrounded by bony matrix?

As you know, osteoblasts secrete collagen and organic cmpounds upon which bone is formed. Osteoblasts are incapable of mitosis. As Osteoblasts release matrix materials around themselves, they become enveloped by the matrix and at this point differentiate into Osteocytes.


Do osteocytes mature into osteoblasts?

No, osteocytes don't mature into osteoblasts. Osteoblasts mature into osteocytes.


Do osteocytes lack nuclei?

No. Osteocytes have a nucleus.


What are osteocytes responsible for?

Osteocytes are mature osteoblasts which maintain the bone structure.


What are osteoblasts and osteocytes?

an osteocyte is a bone cellan osteoblast is specific to the building/production of new boneOsteocytes are mature bone cells that maintains the bone matrix. Osteoblasts are immature bone cells that secrete organic components of matrix.


Are bone cells called osteocytes.?

Yes, bones cells are also called osteocytes.


Cells that produce bone tissue are called?

Cells that form bones are called osteoblasts.


What are mature bone cells called?

Mature bone cells are called osteocytes. These cells are responsible for maintaining bone tissue and regulating mineral content.


What is the name given to the mature bone cell found in lacunae?

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What are the cells that produce organic matrix in bone?

The cells that produce the collagen and inorganic salts of bone matrix are osteocytes. Osteocytes maintain the protein and mineral content of the bone matrix. Osteogenesis is the production of new bone matrix.


Are osteocytes white blood cells?

No, osteocytes are not white blood cells. Osteocytes are a type of bone cell that are responsible for maintaining bone tissue. White blood cells, on the other hand, are part of the immune system and are involved in fighting off infections and diseases.