The Natural Age-Related Loss of Bone Mass is Called

Question

The natural age-related loss of bone mass is called
A) osteogenesis imperfecta.
B) osteoporosis.
C) osteomalacia.
D) osteodysplasia.
E) osteopenia.

Accepted Answer

The natural age-related loss of bone mass is called osteopenia. Osteoporosis is a more severe form of bone loss. Osteogenesis imperfecta is a genetic disorder that causes brittle bones. Osteomalacia is a disorder caused by a lack of vitamin D or calcium, leading to softening of the bones. Osteodysplasia is a genetic disorder that affects skeletal development.