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The bone cells that break down bone are called osteoclasts (bone+breaker). There are others called osteoblasts (bone+builder) which build bone. Usually there are about equal numbers of them in your body.
They are always breaking and rebuilding in a process called bone remodeling. This is a life long process and your body will replace bones at a 10% rate per year.
As you grow older, the osteoclasts out number the osteoblasts and the process of osteopenia (less dense bone) and osteoporosis ( weak bone) occurs.
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Where is phosphorus stored?
in vaginas
What substance gives bones its strength and color?
I think it is a bone cell!
Where is phosphorus mostly contain?
Phosphorus is mostly contained in rocks and minerals in the Earth's crust, as well as in living organisms such as plants and animals. It is an essential element for life and plays a key role in biological processes, like energy production and DNA formation.
What is the importance of minerals in human life?
Minerals are essential for various bodily functions such as building strong bones, regulating metabolism, and maintaining nerve function. They are important for overall health, immune function, and energy production. Deficiencies in certain minerals can lead to various health issues.
What are the differences between nutrients and minerals?
Nutrients are substances that provide nourishment for the body and are essential for health, including carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Minerals are inorganic substances that the body needs in small amounts for various functions, such as regulating metabolism, building bones, and nerve function. In summary, minerals are a type of nutrient that are essential for overall health.
What are minerals found in bones are deposited by living cells called?
Osteoblasts.
The bones are also a storehouse for?
minerals such as calcium and phosphorus, which are essential for maintaining bone strength and structure. These minerals are deposited and withdrawn from the bones as needed to help regulate the body's mineral balance.
Bones are filled with liquid minerals which later harden it is called?
permineralization
Where is most of the bodys calcium deposited?
Most of the bodies calcium is deposited in bones.
Are bones living material?
Yes, bones are living tissue. They are made up of cells and protein fibers that help to provide structure, support, and protection for the body. Bones also play a key role in the production of blood cells and store minerals such as calcium and phosphorus.
Are rocks and bones similar?
Rocks and bones are similar in that they are both solid materials composed of minerals and can be found in various forms. However, they differ fundamentally in their composition and origin; bones are organic structures primarily made of collagen and minerals like calcium phosphate, while rocks are typically composed of inorganic minerals. Additionally, bones are part of living organisms, serving biological functions, whereas rocks are non-living and form through geological processes.
Why are bones called living substances?
happy family for ever
What has minerals in it?
All bones contain minerals.
Tough protein fiber that is found in bones?
Collagen is the tough protein fiber found in bones. It provides structure and strength to bones, as well as to other connective tissues in the body.
What is the process of building up and breaking down bones called?
The process of building up and breaking down bones is called calcification. This process begins with layers of calcium that are deposited on the bones or are removed from the bones via decalcification.
Where do you produce your blood?
Blood cells, whether you believe it or not, are produced from the bones. Bones are living things, and act as storehouses. Because the minerals to create blood cells are directly in the bones, cell production is most efficient.
What is the soft living tissue found inside bones called?
"marrow"
