Osteocytes

question 145

Multiple Choice

Osteocytes

• A) are giant cells with 50 or more nuclei.
• B) are immature bone cells.
• C) are the cells responsible for the production of new bone.
• D) secrete acids and enzymes.
• E) maintain normal bone structure by recycling the calcium salts in the bony matrix around themselves.

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