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lacuna 1. Biology a cavity or depression, such as any of the spaces in the matrix of bone 2. another name for coffer lacuna [lə′kü·nə] (biology) A small space or depression. (histology) A cavity in the matrix of bone or cartilage which is occupied by the cell body. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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an osteoblast that has become embedded within the bone matrix, occupying a bone lacuna and sending, through the canaliculi, slender cytoplasmic processes that make contact with processes of other osteocytes. branching tubular passages radiating like wheel spokes from each bone lacuna to connect with the canaliculi of adjacent lacunae, and with the haversian canal. branching tubular passages radiating like wheel spokes from each bone lacuna to connect with the canaliculi of adjacent lacunae, and with the haversian canal. |
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