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Select the incorrect statement w.r.t the structure of a bone 

Option: 1

The matrix of bone is present in the form of layers called lamellae 


Option: 2

Lamallae consist of fluid filled spaces called lacunae 


Option: 3

Lacunae contain bone cells called chondrocytes 


Option: 4

The matrix is hard because of the presence of salts such as calcium phosphate 


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Types of cells in Lacunae -

Three types of cells are present in spaces called Lacunae in bone.

1. Osteoblast (bone forming cells) secretes collagen fibres.

2. Osteocytes (bone maintaining cells) - can secrete or absorb matrix.

3. Osteoclasts (bone cleaning cells) Destroy bone matrix and formed by phagocytic monocytes. 

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