Mature cells of cartilage are:
Correct answer: A. Chondrocytes
- A. Chondrocytes
- B. Osteocytes
- C. Osteoblasts
- D. Osteoclasts
Explanation
Cartilage, a type of connective tissue, contains specialized cells known as chondrocytes. These cells are embedded in small spaces within the cartilage matrix called lacunae. Chondrocytes play a crucial role in both the production and maintenance of the cartilage matrix, as well as in the repair of damaged cartilage. In contrast, osteocytes, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts are all associated with bone tissue. Osteocytes are mature bone cells, osteoblasts are involved in bone formation, and osteoclasts are responsible for bone resorption.
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