Question

Which of these statements is correct with respect to osteoclasts?. . A.These cells cause cartilage to build up, thus helping to produce new cartilaginous bone.. . B.These cells cause the reabsorption of bone, thus helping to regenerate bone.. . C.These cells cause bones to build up, thus helping in the production of new bone.

Answer 1

These cells cause the reabsorption of bone, thus helping to regenerate bone

Step-by-step explanation:

Osteoclasts are the cells that serve in the process of bone reabsorption. These cells perform the breakdown of extracellular matrix of bone and release the calcium into the blood. The activity of osteoclast cells is under regulation of calcitonin and parathyroid hormones. Calcitonin inhibits its activity while the parathyroid hormone serves to stimulate these cells to carry out bone reabsorption and bone regeneration.

Answer 2

"These cells cause the reabsorption of bone, thus helping to regenerate bone" is the statement that is correct with respect to osteoclasts. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the second option or option "B". I hope the answer has helped you.