MDCAT Biology MCQ #5651

A 20-year-old athlete is diagnosed with a stress fracture. Which bone cell is responsible for bone resorption?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #5651

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A 20-year-old athlete is diagnosed with a stress fracture. Which bone cell is responsible for bone resorption?

    • A) Osteoblast
    • B) Osteoclast
    • C) Osteocyte
    • D) Chondrocyte

    Answer: Osteoclast

    Explanation: Osteoclasts resorb bone; Osteoblasts are involved in bone formation.