Which of the following statements best describes the changes that occur in the skeletal system as a person ages?

A. A person develops more synovial fluid and thicker articular cartilage.
B. A person's bones begin to soften as they age.
C. The bone-forming and bone-destroying cells are not involved.
D. Osteoporosis results in increased deposition within the bone.
E. Bones become brittle and can break, especially in women after menopause.


Answer: E

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