Question 1 of 10
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What gland or glands affect bone density by controlling the level of calcium
ions in blood?
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A. Parathyroid glands
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B. Pancreas
C. Hypothalamus
D. Thymus gland
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Option A) Parathyroid glands

Explanation:

The Parathyroid gland located in the neck region helps in the secretion of an hormone called Parathormone.

This hormone helps to raise the levels of calcium ions in the body, by preventing the loss of calcium ions through urine, and also preventing excess deposit of calcium ions in the bone, thus regulating bone density.

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