True about osteoclasts_____________?

Correct answer: D. All of the above are trueGet Study Guides

  • A. Monocytes are precursor cells of osteoclasts
  • B. The plasma membrane of osteoclasts adjacent to bone that is being resorbed is known as striated or ruffled border
  • C. Contain lysosomes with acid phosphates
  • D. All of the above are trueGet Study Guides

Explanation

Osteoclasts arise from monocyte-macrophage precursors, possess a ruffled border against resorbed bone, and contain lysosomes rich in acid phosphatase. Thus, all three statements are true.

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