Bone Cells and Hormones

Bone Cells and Hormones

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Biology

10th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What hormone activates osteoclasts?

Back

Parathyroid hormone.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the stem cells of bone found in the periosteum and endosteum?

Back

Osteoprogenitor cells.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which hormone activates osteoblasts to store excess calcium in bone matrix when blood calcium levels are high?

Back

Calcitonin.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What hormone activates hematopoiesis in response to blood loss?

Back

Erythropoietin.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are mature bone cells that perform daily functions for bone tissue?

Back

Osteocytes.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of osteoclasts?

Back

To break down bone tissue.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of osteoblasts in bone health?

Back

To build and mineralize bone.

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