What is cementum?

A) The calcified tissue that forms the bulk of the tooth
B) A layer of bone-like, mineralized tissue covering the dentin on the root of the tooth
C) The specialized tissues that both surround and support the teeth, maintaining them in the maxillary and mandibular bones
D) None of the above

B

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A) are becoming dysfunctional in a highly acidic environment. B) have too much adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to function properly. C) are producing elevated quantities of carbon dioxide (CO2). D) cannot make any energy in the form of ATP.

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The ________ gland secretes the hormone calcitonin.

A. adrenal B. parathyroid C. pancreas D. thymus E. thyroid

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