Increased Levels of the Hormone ________ Will Lead to Decreased

question 45

Multiple Choice

Increased levels of the hormone ________ will lead to decreased levels of calcium ion in the blood via inhibition of ________.

• A) thymosin; osteocytes
• B) calcitonin; osteoclasts
• C) PTH; osteocytes
• D) aldosterone; osteoclasts
• E) cortisol; osteoblasts

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Definitions:

Acid-Base Pair

A set of two substances that transform into each other by the gain or loss of a proton.

Increasing Acidity

Refers to a trend or condition that leads to an increase in the acidic character or strength of substances.

Conjugate Acid

A species formed by the reception of a proton by a base, characterized by having one more proton and an increased positive charge compared to the original base.

Acetone

A volatile, colorless liquid with the formula (CH3)2CO, used as a solvent and in the production of various chemicals.