Osteoblasts are cells that are involved in creating new extracellular matrix in bone.

a. The extracellular matrix of cartilage contains only one type of cell, which are the Chondroblasts.
b. The perichondrium is a structure that surrounds cartilage and contains the Chondrocytes.
c. Bones are continually remodeled, a process that requires that old bone matrix be broken down by Osteoclasts.
d. Lacunae of compact bone are occupied by mature Osteocytes.