The bone cells that respond to parathyroid hormone (PTH) to destroy bone matrix and release calcium into the blood are called ________.
A) osteocytes
B) chondrocytes
C) erythrocytes
D) osteoclasts
E) osteoblasts

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Osteoclasts are bone cells responsible for breaking down bone matrix and releasing calcium into the blood in response to parathyroid hormone. Osteocytes are mature bone cells that maintain bone tissue, while osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation. Chondrocytes are cartilage cells and erythrocytes are red blood cells.

The Bone Cells That Respond to Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) to Destroy