Describe How the Skin Functions to Promote Bone Development and Maintenance

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Describe how the skin functions to promote bone development and maintenance.
D.The vitamin D travels to the liver and kidneys where it is converted into the hormone calcitriol.Calcitriol regulates the metabolism of calcium and phosphorus,two substances required for the formation of bone matrix.

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Compensatory Behavior

A mechanism aimed at counterbalancing or offsetting a perceived deficit or problem, often seen in eating disorders.

Forced Vomiting

The act of deliberately inducing vomiting, often practiced as a harmful way to control weight or after binge eating.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by cycles of binge eating followed by purging, through methods such as vomiting or excessive use of laxatives, to prevent weight gain.

Compensatory Behavior

Actions taken to counteract or make up for something, often referring to attempts to offset calories consumed during binge eating through methods like fasting or excessive exercise.