Asked by Lacey Harpe on Jul 07, 2024
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Parathyroid hormone increases the activity of ________ in bone and increases the rate of Ca2+ ________ in the kidney tubules.
A) osteoclast; reabsorption
B) osteoblast; reabsorption
C) osteocyte; reabsorption
D) osteocyte; secretion
E) osteoblast; secretion
Parathyroid Hormone
A hormone produced by the parathyroid glands that regulates calcium levels in the blood, critical for bone metabolism, nerve function, and muscle contractions.
Osteoclast
Large, multinucleated cell that absorbs bone.
- Clarify how imbalances in electrolytes influence body functions.
- Comprehend the regulation of electrolyte balance by hormones.
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Lidia BarriosJul 14, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Parathyroid hormone increases the activity of osteoclasts in bone, which breaks down bone tissue, releasing calcium into the bloodstream. It also increases the rate of calcium reabsorption in the kidney tubules, helping to raise blood calcium levels.
Learning Objectives
- Clarify how imbalances in electrolytes influence body functions.
- Comprehend the regulation of electrolyte balance by hormones.