The Resilience of Bone Is Thought to Come from Which

question 25

Multiple Choice

The resilience of bone is thought to come from which of the following?

• A) presence of osteoblasts in the bone
• B) amount of mineral salt and protein in the bone
• C) amount of mineral salts in the bone
• D) sacrificial bonds in or between collagen molecules

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Definitions:

Adrenal Cortex

The adrenal cortex is the outer portion of the adrenal glands, which produce vital hormones such as cortisol and aldosterone that regulate metabolism and blood pressure.

Testosterone

A primary male sex hormone that plays a key role in the development of male reproductive tissues and secondary sexual characteristics.

Negative Feedback

A regulatory mechanism in which a 'decrease' or 'increase' in a given output leads to actions that restore the system to its baseline state.

Aldosterone

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands to regulate sodium and potassium balance in the blood.