The hormone calcitonin stimulates osteoblastic activity. This means the hormone
A. promotes buildup of cartilage
B. promotes bone formation
C. promotes growth at the epiphyseal plate
D. promotes destruction of bone
E. promotes release of calcium from bone into the bloodstream
Answer: B
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