Osteoblast

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008357",
  "term": "Osteoblast",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A specialized cell responsible for the synthesis and mineralization of bone during both initial bone formation and later remodeling. These cells originate from mesenchymal stem cells and produce a protein mixture known as osteoid, which is primarily composed of type I collagen. The osteoid subsequently mineralizes with calcium phosphate to become hard bone matrix.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "fibroblast"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 788 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/osteoblast/"
}