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Cartilage replacing bone cells are called?

Cartilage replacing bone cells are called chondrocytes. These cells are responsible for the formation and maintenance of cartilage tissue, which provides support and flexibility in various parts of the body. In certain conditions, such as during the growth of long bones, cartilage is gradually replaced by bone through a process called endochondral ossification.


What is the process called when embryonic cartilage is replaces by bone cells?

ossificaton!


What are the cells that produce bone from cartilage are called?

The cells that produce bone from cartilage are called osteoblasts. These specialized cells are responsible for bone formation during the process of endochondral ossification, where cartilage is gradually replaced by bone tissue. Osteoblasts synthesize and secrete the bone matrix, which eventually mineralizes to form hard bone.


What are the spaces within bone or cartilage which house the living cells called?

lacunae


What cartilage cells are found in Lacunae?

Osteocytes


What is another name for cartilage cells?

Cartilage is composed of cells called chondrocytes. Chondrocytes produce extracellular matrix of collagen fibers, ground substance, and elastin. Cartilage is the only connective tissue that does not contain blood vessels.


Does a small baby have more cartilage in its bones than it will have in later life because the cartilage cells are replaced by bone cells?

Yes, babies are born with more cartilage in their bones as this serves as a scaffold for bone development. As the child grows, the cartilage is gradually replaced by bone cells through a process called ossification, resulting in harder and stronger bones.


What are facts on cells?

facts on cartilage cells


What is the term for the process of cartilage turning into bone?

Endochondral Ossification meaning "formed in cartilage.


What are cells in the cartilage stimulated to become?

Cells in cartilage are stimulated to become chondroblasts, which are responsible for secreting extracellular matrix components like collagen and proteoglycans. These cells play a key role in maintaining and repairing cartilage tissue.


What cells are found only in cartilage?

jail cells


What is the difference between bone cells and cartilage cells?

bones are hard, cartilage are soft and bendable , eg your ear, nose..