Question

Cartilage cells are called _____________ and bone cells ________________

• A. chondroblasts
• B. osteocytes

Answer 1

Chondroblasts:

1. A tough, flexible tissue that lines joints and gives structure to the nose, ears, larynx, and other parts of the body is cartilage.
2. Cartilage has many functions, including the ability to resist compressive forces, enhance bone resilience, and provide support to bony areas where there is a need for flexibility.
3. Cartilage cells, called chondrocytes, occur at scattered sites through the cartilage and receive nutrition by diffusion through the gel.

Osteocytes:

1. Bone is composed of four different cell types; osteoblasts, osteocytes, osteoclasts, and bone lining cells.
2. Osteoblasts, bone lining cells, and osteoclasts are present on bone surfaces and are derived from local mesenchymal cells called progenitor cells.

Final Answer: Cartilage cells are called chondroblasts and bone cells osteocytes.