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Give medical terms for the following descriptions.
-Hormone secreted by the kidney to stimulate erythrocyte production in bone marrow: __________


Definitions:

Palisade Layer

A layer of closely packed, vertically oriented cells found in the upper part of leaves, containing chloroplasts for efficient photosynthesis.

Petiole

The stalk attaching the leaf blade to the stem in plants, providing support and transporting nutrients and water between them.

Proton Pumps

Membrane-bound enzymes that actively transport protons (H+) across a membrane, generating an electrochemical gradient used for energy.

Chloride Ions

Negatively charged chlorine atoms that are important for maintaining fluid balance, transmitting nerve impulses, and regulating acid levels in the body.

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