________ (cells) secrete hydrochloric acid that breaks down bone and releases calcium and phosphate into the blood.

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


Osteoclasts

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A. Thyroxine B. Cortisone C. Growth hormone D. Parathormone

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Receptors on a postsynaptic CNS neuron bind glutamate. Describe how the postsynaptic neuron responds

What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is an androgen?

A) Estrogen B) Testosterone C) Progesterone D) Luteinizing hormone (LH) E) Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

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