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What is the primary composition of bones?
What is the primary composition of bones?
- Phosphorus and potassium
- Calcium and magnesium
- Sodium and chloride
- Calcium phosphate and calcium carbonate (correct)
Which bone function involves the protection of delicate body parts?
Which bone function involves the protection of delicate body parts?
- Locomotion
- Nourishment
- Supporting body weight (correct)
- Storage of chemicals
What causes bones to release calcium when the blood calcium level falls too low?
What causes bones to release calcium when the blood calcium level falls too low?
- Parathormone released by parathyroid glands (correct)
- Thyroxine released by thyroid gland
- Adrenaline released by adrenal glands
- Insulin released by pancreas
Which specialized bones serve in providing nourishment for the body?
Which specialized bones serve in providing nourishment for the body?
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What is the role of bone joints in locomotion?
What is the role of bone joints in locomotion?
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