Which cells function to maintain bone matrix?
A)Osteoclasts
B)Osteocytes
C)Osteoblasts
D)Osteophytes

Name: Which cells function to maintain bone matrix? A)Osteoclasts B)Osteocytes C)Osteoblasts D)Osteophytes
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Osteocytes help synthesize and replace needed elements of the matrix by signaling osteoclasts and osteoblasts to resorb and form new bone. Osteoclasts are bone resorbing cells. Osteoblasts are bone forming cells. Osteophytes are bony outgrowths, also known as bone spurs.

Which Cells Function to Maintain Bone Matrix