The cell that has the opposite function of the osteoblast is a(n):
A) chondrocyte.
B) osteocyte.
C) osteoclast.
D) fibroblast.

Name: The cell that has the opposite function of the osteoblast is a(n): A) chondrocyte. B) osteocyte. C) osteoclast. D) fibroblast.
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While osteoblasts build new bone tissue, osteoclasts break down and resorb old bone tissue. Chondrocytes are cartilage cells, osteocytes are mature bone cells, and fibroblasts produce connective tissue.

The Cell That Has the Opposite Function of the Osteoblast