Human Biology, 14 Edition

by Mader, Sylvia; Windelspecht, Michael

Published by McGraw-Hill Education

ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8

ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 12 - Section 12.5 - Bone Growth and Homeostasis - Check Your Progress - Page 257: 3

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The skeletal system contributes to calcium homeostasis by serving as a reservoir for calcium storage, participating in bone remodeling, and responding to hormonal signals that regulate calcium levels in the blood. This intricate balance is essential for maintaining overall health and proper functioning of various bodily systems.

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