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Bone reabsorption, SEM
Bone reabsorption. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of reabsorption of bone by an osteoclast. The osteoclast is partially seen at upper left, and its cellular processes extend over the underlying bone matrix (lower right). An osteoclast is a type of bone cell that is involved in the breakdown of the bone matrix during bone repair, restructuring and growth. Magnification: x1000 at 6x7cm size
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Absorbing Absorption Bones Bony Histological Histology Matrix Mechanism Mechanisms Osteoclast Physiological Physiology Process Processes Reabsorption Repair Repairing Skeletal Tissue Cells
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This print from Science Photo Library showcases the intricate process of bone reabsorption. In this colored scanning electron micrograph (SEM), we witness the remarkable work of an osteoclast, a specialized type of bone cell responsible for breaking down and remodeling the bone matrix. The image reveals an osteoclast partially visible at the upper left corner, with its cellular processes extending over the underlying bone matrix in the lower right. The magnification level of x1000 allows us to appreciate the fine details present in this 6x7cm-sized photograph. Bone reabsorption is a vital mechanism involved in various aspects of bone health, including repair, restructuring, and growth. As our bodies constantly undergo physiological changes, these osteoclasts play a crucial role in maintaining skeletal integrity. Through their absorbing abilities, osteoclasts contribute to both normal anatomical development and repairing damaged bones. This histological marvel provides insights into how our body's biological mechanisms function harmoniously to ensure optimal physiology. By capturing this microscopic view of bone reabsorption using SEM technology, Science Photo Library offers us a glimpse into one aspect of human anatomy that often goes unnoticed by the naked eye. It serves as a reminder that even on such minuscule scales, there exists an incredible world within our own bodies waiting to be explored and understood.
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