Which of the following is properly matched?

a. osteoblasts; bone breakdown
b. osteocytes; initial bone formation
c. osteoclasts; initial bone formation
d. osteoclasts; bone breakdown
e. osteoblasts; imprisoned in bony matrix


Answer: d

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