Growth of cartilage occurs continuously due to

Multiplication of chondrocytes by mitosis

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Multiplication of osteoblasts by mitosis

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Multiplication of chondrocytes by meiosis

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Multiplication of osteoclasts by mitosis

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Solution

The correct option is A Multiplication of chondrocytes by mitosis
Chondrocytes are the only cells found in healthy cartilage. They produce and maintain the cartilaginous matrix, which consists mainly of collagen and proteoglycans. Chondrocytes undergo mitosis to form new cells. Therefore, option A is correct.

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