Bone cells and structures
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3 major types of bone cells
osteocytes, osteoblasts, and osteoclasts
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Osteoblasts
build new bone by producing and mineralizing the bone matrix
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osteoclasts
break down old bone tissue (resorption) to remodel the skeleton and release calcium
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osteocytes
mature bone cells, sense mechanical stress, maintain bone tissue, and regulate the activities of other bone cells
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