The Responsiveness of Cells to Calcitonin Increases as an Individual

question 31

True/False

The responsiveness of cells to calcitonin increases as an individual ages; maximum responsiveness occurs in elderly individuals as a mechanism to improve the stability and strength of bones.

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Definitions:

Major Body Systems

The collective group of essential organ systems in the human body, including the circulatory, respiratory, digestive, nervous, and others, which work together to sustain life.

Sensory Input

Information that the body gathers from the environment via the senses, including sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell.

Stereotype Threat

The thought in a person’s mind that one’s appearance or behavior will be misread to confirm another person’s oversimplified, prejudiced attitudes.

Ageist Beliefs

Ageist beliefs are prejudicial views and stereotypes that are based on the age of an individual, often leading to discrimination.