Calcium Is Important to Homeostasis Because

question 14

Multiple Choice

Calcium is important to homeostasis because

• A)it plays a role in the absorption of vitamin D from the digestive tract
• B)it maintains the proper excitability of nerves and muscles
• C)it stimulates osteoblasts to lay down bone
• D)of both a and b
• E)of both b and c

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