$[Ca^{2+}] \downarrow \Rightarrow \text{PTH release} \uparrow$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the process of bone resorption?

Accepted Answer

Osteoclasts break down bone tissue, releasing minerals into the blood.

Question 2

Which hormone increases blood calcium levels by stimulating osteoclast activity and promoting calcium reabsorption in the kidneys?

Accepted Answer

Parathyroid hormone (PTH)

Question 3

During endochondral ossification, which of the following events occurs first?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage model develops from mesenchymal cells

Question 4

A patient presents with abnormally short limbs but a normal-sized torso. Which condition is most likely responsible?

Accepted Answer

Achondroplastic dwarfism

Question 5

Which of the following is a function of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in bone tissue?

Accepted Answer

Provides a rigid framework for muscle attachment

Question 6

Which cell type is primarily responsible for bone deposition during bone remodeling?

Accepted Answer

Osteoblasts

Question 7

A child is diagnosed with rickets. Which deficiency is most likely responsible for this condition?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D deficiency

Question 8

Which of the following best describes the role of calcitonin in calcium homeostasis?

Accepted Answer

Inhibits osteoclast activity, lowering blood calcium

Question 9

What is the correct sequence of events in the repair of a bone fracture?

Accepted Answer

Formation of hematoma, fibrocartilaginous callus, bony callus, bone remodeling

Question 10

Which equation correctly represents the relationship between blood calcium concentration and parathyroid hormone (PTH) release?

Accepted Answer

$[Ca^{2+}] \downarrow \Rightarrow 	ext{PTH release} \uparrow$

Question 11

Which of the following bones is classified as a flat bone?

Accepted Answer

Scapula

Question 12

Which process is responsible for the formation of most bones in the human skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Endochondral ossification

Question 13

A patient with osteogenesis imperfecta is most likely to experience which of the following symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Frequent bone fractures

Question 14

Which of the following best explains why bone remodeling is important throughout life?

Accepted Answer

It maintains bone strength and mineral homeostasis.

Question 15

Which of the following is a consequence of hypocalcemia?

Accepted Answer

Increased neuromuscular excitability

Question 16

Which of the following statements about the epiphyseal plate is correct?

Accepted Answer

It is the site of longitudinal bone growth during childhood.

Question 17

Which of the following best describes Wolff's Law?

Accepted Answer

Bone grows in response to mechanical stress placed upon it.

Question 18

Which of the following cell types is responsible for maintaining bone tissue and sensing mechanical stress?

Accepted Answer

Osteocytes

Question 19

Which of the following is a correct description of the function of yellow marrow?

Accepted Answer

Stores fat as an energy reserve

Question 20

Which of the following equations represents the effect of calcitriol on intestinal calcium absorption?

Accepted Answer

$	ext{Calcitriol} \uparrow \Rightarrow [Ca^{2+}]_{	ext{intestine absorption}} \uparrow$

Study Guide: Bone Structure, Function, and Calcium Homeostasis

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