Question

question 16 1 pts in bone formation, the cells that produce the organic matrix are the: osteoblasts. osteocytes. osteoclasts. chondrocytes. question 17 1 pts one similarity between the structures of the foot and hand is the equivalent degrees of movement of both the thumb and the big toe. true false question 18 1 pts which of the following is not a characteristic of the diaphysis? provides a bulbous shape for attachment of muscle hollow composed of compact bone all of the above are characteristics of the diaphysis.

Explanation:

• Question 16: Osteoblasts are responsible for bone - matrix production during bone formation. Osteocytes are mature bone cells, osteoclasts break down bone, and chondrocytes are cartilage - forming cells.
• Question 17: The thumb has a greater range of movement (opposability) compared to the big toe, so the statement is false.
• Question 18: The diaphysis is the shaft of a long bone, it is hollow (contains the medullary cavity), composed of compact bone. It does not provide a bulbous shape for muscle attachment (that is the function of the epiphyses).

Answer:

Question 16: A. osteoblasts
Question 17: B. False
Question 18: A. Provides a bulbous shape for attachment of muscle