The cell responsible for the formation of bone is the ____.

a) hemocytoblast
b) osteoblast
c) chondroblast
d) fibroblast


Answer: b) osteoblast

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A) replication; transcription; translation B) interphase; replication; active transport C) replication; translation; transcription D) mitosis; duplication; protein synthesis E) reproduction; duplication; initiation

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Endogenous pyrogens released by macrophages cause the hypothalamus to elevate body temperature during times of infection

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The representational hemisphere of the cerebrum would control which of the following functions?

A. Diagnosing a patient's disease B. Giving a speech C. Painting a picture D. Taking this test E. Balancing your checkbook

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Total-body balance of water and Na+ is largely maintained by regulating urinary loss of these substances

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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