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silviawilliams41

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Which age-related change(s) occur(s) in the musculoskeletal system? (select all that apply.)
 
  a. Increased bone density
  b. Increased brittleness and fragility of bones
  c. Decreased healing times
  d. Decreased muscle mass
  e. Tendon sclerosis

Question 2

The bone marrow produces a(n) _______ cell that can differentiate itself to acquire individual characteristics.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

B, C, D, E
Age-related musculoskeletal changes include increased fragility, decreased healing times and muscle mass, and tendon sclerosis. Bone density usually decreases with aging.

Answer to Question 2

stem

Stem cells, which are produced by the bone marrow, are capable of differentiating themselves as they mature into different cells, such as liver cells and brain cells.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Correct answers!


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