Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue

Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Cells

Anatomy & Physiology

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue

Microscopic Anatomy of Bones - Bone Cells

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Multiple Choice

Which pathway correctly identifies the relationship between bone cells?

Osteoprogenitor → osteoblast → osteoclast

Osteoprogenitor → osteoblast → osteocyte

Osteoclast → osteocyte → osteoblast

Osteoclast → osteoprogenitor → osteoblast

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Understand the types of bone cells: Osteoprogenitor cells are stem cells that differentiate into osteoblasts. Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation. Osteocytes are mature bone cells derived from osteoblasts. Osteoclasts are involved in bone resorption.

Identify the correct sequence of differentiation: Osteoprogenitor cells differentiate into osteoblasts, which then mature into osteocytes. This sequence reflects the process of bone formation and maturation.

Recognize the role of osteoclasts: Osteoclasts are not part of the differentiation pathway from osteoprogenitor to osteocyte. Instead, they are involved in breaking down bone tissue.

Eliminate incorrect options: The pathway 'Osteoprogenitor → osteoblast → osteoclast' is incorrect because osteoclasts do not derive from osteoblasts. Similarly, 'Osteoclast → osteocyte → osteoblast' and 'Osteoclast → osteoprogenitor → osteoblast' do not represent the correct differentiation sequence.

Conclude with the correct pathway: The correct relationship between bone cells is 'Osteoprogenitor → osteoblast → osteocyte', which accurately represents the process of bone cell differentiation and maturation.