CHONDROGENESIS
\kˌɒndɹə͡ʊd͡ʒˈɛnɪsˌɪs], \kˌɒndɹəʊdʒˈɛnɪsˌɪs], \k_ˌɒ_n_d_ɹ_əʊ_dʒ_ˈɛ_n_ɪ_s_ˌɪ_s]\
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The formation of cartilage. This process is directed by CHONDROCYTES which continually divide and lay down matrix during development. It is sometimes a precursor to OSTEOGENESIS.
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By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
By Willam Alexander Newman Dorland
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Syn.: cartilaginification. The formation or development of cartilage. [Gr.]
By Smith Ely Jelliffe
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