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bio_gurl

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Which of the following statements about hydroxyapatite is false?
 
 A. It is a reservoir for calcium in the body.
  B. It regulates bone remodeling.
  C. It is broken down by osteoclasts.
  D. It is synthesized by osteoblasts.

Question 2

The mineral content of a given food is influenced by all of the following except:
 
 A. soil mineral content.
  B. source of the food (animal or plant).
  C. processing of the food.
  D. vitamin content of the food.


angrybirds13579

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

B

Answer to Question 2

D


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