Bone formation

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bone_formation)

Ossification (or osteogenesis) is the process of laying down new bone material by cells called osteoblasts. It is synonymous with bone tissue formation. (Wikipedia)

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This term is used for the following terms: 
Bone mineralization
Calcification (skeleton)
Ossification
Osteogenesis

Approved Date
30-May-2013

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