Bone Health - CN - II

Which type of cell is responsible for bone resorption?

• Osteoblast

• Osteoclast

• Chondrocyte

• Fibroblast

What percentage of the body's total calcium is stored in bones?

• 50%

• 65%

• 80%

• 99%

Which hormone increases calcium absorption in the intestines to maintain calcium homeostasis?

• Calcitonin

• Parathyroid hormone

• Insulin

• Glucagon

Bone mineralization primarily involves the deposition of which compound?

• Calcium phosphate

• Sodium chloride

• Potassium carbonate

• Magnesium sulfate

Which of the following is NOT a part of bone remodeling?

• Bone resorption

• Bone formation

• Bone degradation

• Bone modeling

What is the primary mineral involved in bone mineralization?

Which cells are responsible for forming new bone?

Name the protein that provides flexibility to bone tissue.

Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in the gut?

Which hormone lowers blood calcium levels by inhibiting bone resorption?