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There are three special types of cells that are found only in the bone. These cell names all start with OSTEO because that is the Greek word for bone. OSTEOCLASTS are large cells that dissolve the bone. They come from the bone marrow and are related to white blood cells.
View Full Document. 4. Osteoclasts are bone-dissolving cells that form by fusion of monocytes. They break down bone and release its minerals to the blood. MATRIX 1. The organic matter in bone (one-third of the dry weight) is collagen, CAGs, proteoglycans and glycoproteins. 2.