Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 40 - Animal Hormones - 40.4 - Hormones Regulate Metabolism and the Internal Environment - 40.4 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 864: 2

Answer

The parathyroid glands secrete the parathyroid hormone, which is responsible for the regulation of calcium in the bloodstream. The hormone is released when blood calcium levels are low and works by stimulating osteoclasts, breaking down bones to generate calcium.

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The parathyroid glands secrete the parathyroid hormone, which is responsible for the regulation of calcium in the bloodstream. The hormone is released when blood calcium levels are low and works by stimulating osteoclasts, breaking down bones to generate calcium.
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