The plasma membrane of __________ have a ruffled border with many deep infoldings,whereas __________ have long,thin,fingerlike cytoplasmic processes.
A) osteoclasts;osteocytes
B) osteocytes;osteoclasts
C) osteoblasts;osteoclasts
D) osteoblasts;osteocytes
E) osteocytes;osteogenic cells

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Osteoclasts have a ruffled border with many deep infoldings to increase their surface area for bone resorption. In contrast, osteocytes have long, thin, finger-like cytoplasmic processes that extend into canaliculi and connect with neighboring osteocytes, allowing for intercellular communication.

The Plasma Membrane of __________ Have a Ruffled Border with Many