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Cell Project

Published on Nov 30, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

OSTEOCYTES

  • By Moris

OSTEOCYTES FEATURES

  • The nucleus
  • The cell membrane
  • The cytoplasm

OSTEOCYTES FUNCTIONS

  • Form bones to some degrees which is important for maintaining the strength and health.
  • Some osteocytes resorb matrix while others deposit matrix.

HOW CELL SHAPE AFFECTS THE CELL

  • The long branches help them contact each other.
  • Are in perfect position to sense any mechanical strain on the bone.

WHAT ORGAN IS IT FOUND IN?

  • Are found in kidney, muscle, and other tissues.

WHAT ORGAN SYSTEM IS THE CELL FOUND IN?

  • It is found in the skeletal system.

INTERESTING FACTS

  • Most commonly found in mature bone.
  • Can live as long as the organism itself