ENDOCHONDRAL OSSIFICATION – 4
Bone trabeculae appear at more advanced stages (trabecula highlighted in orange). This bone will develop into a cancellous bone.
Within the matrix of the bone are numerous osteocytes (highlighted in green), and osteoblasts and osteoprogenitor cells lining the external and internal surfaces of this small trabecula.
Endochondral ossification. Staining: HE. Magnification: medium.
