The space occupied by an osteocyte is called
A) Volkmann's canal.
B) a lacuna.
C) a trabecula.
D) a Haversian canal.
E) a canaliculus.
B
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A. weight B. mass C. projection height D. all of the above
Which of the following does not lead to edema?
A. Liver disease B. Hyperproteinemia C. Obstruction of lymphatic vessels D. Famine E. Hypertension
The resting membrane potential is closest to the equilibrium potential for ________.
A. chloride ions B. potassium ions C. calcium ions D. sodium ions
Which of the following statements regarding calcium homeostasis is true?
A. When blood calcium levels are too low, osteoclast activity increases.
B. Parathyroid hormone increases calcium loss from the kidney.
C. Increased osteoblast activity increases blood calcium levels.
D. Calcitonin elevates blood calcium levels.
E. Parathyroid hormone inhibits osteoclast activity.