A condition that is characterized by the progressive loss of bone density and thinning of bone tissue is called:
A) osteoporosis.
B) osteopenia.
C) osteomyelitis.
D) osteomalacia.
A
Explanation: A) Correct.
B) Osteopenia is deficiency of bone tissue.
C) Osteomyelitis is an inflammation of bone, especially the marrow, caused by a pathogen.
D) Osteomalacia is softening of bones.
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