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Cartilage has living cells that are called:

Correct answer: C. Chondrocytes

  • A. Osteocytes
  • B. Osteoclasts
  • C. Chondrocytes
  • D. Osteoblasts

Explanation

Cartillages cells are calles chondrocytes.OPTION A: Osteocytes is cell that lies within the substance of fully formed bone.OPTION B: Osteoclasts are large multinucleated cell responsible for the dissolution and absorption of bone.OPTION C: Chondrocytes are cells of cartillage.OPTION D: Osteoblasts are cells that form bone tissue.

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