Bone Development, Growth, & Remodeling

These flashcards cover key concepts related to bone development, growth, and remodeling.

Osteogenesis

The process of bone tissue formation.

Endochondral ossification

Bone develops from a template of hyaline cartilage; used to form long bones.

Intramembranous ossification

Bone develops directly from a template of fibrous connective tissue; used to form flat bones.

Appositional growth

Growth of cartilage from the outside.

Interstitial growth

Growth of cartilage from between cells.

Bone Remodeling

The process through which bone is continuously renewed and repaired.

Reasons for Bone Remodeling

Includes adjustment of strength, change in shape, and replacement of brittle osteoid.

Osteoclasts

Cells that cause bone resorption.

Acidification

A process that breaks down mineral components of bone, releasing calcium and phosphate.

Alkaline phosphatase

An enzyme produced by osteoblasts that attracts phosphate during bone formation.