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Short Answer Compare the function of osteoclasts and osteoblasts.
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Osteoblasts are cells that are responsible for forming new bone. They have two different roles depending on the stage of life. In fetal cartilage, they convert the cartilage into bone. In adults, they repair and allow for the growth of bones. So, in general, Show more…
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