Question

bio - 201 topic 3: the integument, skeleton, and articulations
practice it
what is the role of osteoclasts?
to protect bone tissue from damage
to regulate bone density
to carry oxygen to bone tissue
to produce new bone tissue
to break down and resorb bone tissue

Explanation:

Osteoclasts are cells that break down and resorb bone tissue, playing a key - role in bone remodeling and calcium homeostasis. They are not responsible for protection, oxygen - carrying, new bone production, or simple density regulation in the way described in other options.

Answer:

To break down and resorb bone tissue