The concentration of calcium ions in extracellular fluid is regulated primarily by a hormone secreted by the ________ glands.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


parathyroid

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The endothelium of the glomerulus is made up of _________ capillaries

A.   fenestrated B.   continuous

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Ribosomes

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