Which of the following statements regarding the parathyroid glands is NOT true?
A) There are four parathyroid glands located on the dorsal surface of the thyroid gland.
B) The parathyroid glands secrete parathyroid hormone.
C) Parathyroid hormone stimulates bone to absorb more calcium from the bloodstream.
D) Parathyroid hormone regulates the blood level of calcium.
C) Parathyroid hormone stimulates bone to absorb more calcium from the bloodstream.
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Jean suffered a condition where the blood flow to the arteries of the brain was restricted. She most likely had a(n)
A) aneurism. B) heart attack. C) stroke. D) seizure.
Type II muscle fibers (fast-twitch)
A) generate lesser levels of muscular power than type I fibers. B) are easily fatigable. C) utilize oxygen to contract. D) contract slowly.