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Which of the following is a feature of osteocalcin?
 
  a. It activates lysosomes involved in remodeling bone.
  b. It binds calcium in the GI tract to enhance absorption.
  c. It requires vitamin K to bind to bone-forming minerals.
  d. It works synergistically with the kidneys to reduce urinary calcium excretion.
  e. It binds to vitamin K and is excreted in feces.

Question 2

In what chief capacity does vitamin K function?
 
  a. Blood clotting
  b. Energy metabolism
  c. Calcium utilization
  d. Epithelial tissue renewal
  e. Synthesis of gonadotrophic hormones


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lorealeza

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


viki

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Reply 2 on: Aug 20, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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