How Does the Integumentary System Contribute to Osteoporosis

question 50

Multiple Choice

How does the integumentary system contribute to osteoporosis?

• A) Lack of exposure to sunlight reduces vitamin D production and decreases calcium absorption.
• B) Lack of exposure to sunlight increases calcitonin secretion leading to reduced calcium storage in the bones.
• C) Estrogen produced in the dermis reduces calcium excretion in the kidneys.
• D) Calcium ions released from the bones are excreted through sweat.
• E) Decreased estrogen levels following menopause contribute to the disease.

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Completely Inelastic

A situation in which the demand or supply for a product does not change in response to changes in price.

Inelastic

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Describes a situation in which the demand or supply for a good or service significantly changes in response to price changes.

Cross-Price Elasticity

A measure of how much the demand for a product changes when the price of another product changes.