Bone-forming cells are called ________

A) osteogenic (osteoprogenitor) cells
B) osteoclasts
C) osteocytes
D) osteoblasts
E) osteons


D

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Which of the following is not a purpose of the excess postexercise oxygen consumption (EPOC) in muscle?

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What will be an ideal response?

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From superficial to deep, the meninges occur in which order?

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