What are the types of bone cells
There are three types of bone cells. They are:
1. Osteoblasts: These cells are responsible for bone formation. They produce and secrete the organic matrix of bone, known as osteoid, which later mineralizes to form bone tissue.
2. Osteocytes: These cells are mature bone cells that are embedded within the mineralized bone matrix. They maintain and monitor the bone tissue, and play a crucial role in bone remodeling, calcium homeostasis, and mechanical signaling.
3. Osteoclasts: These cells are responsible for bone resorption, the process of breaking down and removing bone tissue. They are derived from the fusion of precursor cells and are specialized in secreting enzymes and acids to dissolve the mineralized matrix, allowing for the release of calcium and other minerals.