Osteoblasts probably originate directly from

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Osteoblasts are bone-forming cells and are derived from mesenchymal stem cells that differentiate into osteoblasts. Mesenchyme cells are multipotent cells that can differentiate into various cell types, including bone cells. Therefore, osteoblasts probably originate directly from mesenchyme cells. Option B is incorrect because osteoblasts cannot divide to form new osteoblasts. Option C is incorrect because osteocytes are mature bone cells that have already been formed by osteoblasts. Option D is incorrect because blood stem cells cannot differentiate into osteoblasts directly.

Osteoblasts Probably Originate Directly from