Chondrogenesis

/ˌkɒndrəˈdʒɛnəsɪs/ noun

Definition

The process of cartilage formation and development, where special cells build the cartilage matrix.

Etymology

From Greek 'chondros' (cartilage) + 'genesis' (origin/creation), a biological term describing the developmental process of cartilage formation.

Kelly Says

During chondrogenesis in a developing embryo, specific genes turn on that tell cells 'start making cartilage'—it's like flipping a switch that activates a whole assembly line of tissue production.

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