When blood calcium levels rise above normal, osteoclast activity is inhibited by the hormone ___.


Calcitonin

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The spinal cord is a continuation of the ____

a. medulla oblongata b. thalamus c. hypothalamus d. pons

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These glands are found all over the skin except in the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. They produce an oily substance that lubricates skin and hair

A) endocrine glands B) eccrine sweat glands C) sebaceous glands D) apocrine sweat glands

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Glucagon is produced by the liver

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which layer of the epidermis consists of 25-30 layers of dead, flattened keratinocytes?

A) stratum corneum. B) stratum lucidum. C) stratum granulosum. D) stratum spinosum. E) stratum basale.

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