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For each historical identification question, define the term and briefly describe its historical significance.
The brothers Grimm


Definitions:

Vitamin D

A fat-soluble vitamin essential for calcium absorption in the body and bone health.

Aldosterone

A hormone produced by the adrenal glands that helps regulate blood pressure by controlling sodium and potassium levels in the blood.

Parathyroid Hormone

A substance secreted by the parathyroid glands that controls the amount of calcium in the bloodstream.

Bone Resorption

The process by which osteoclasts break down bone tissue, releasing minerals into the blood and leading to a decrease in bone density.

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