A condition that is characterized by the progressive loss of bone density and thinning of bone tissue is called:
A) osteoporosis.
B) osteopenia.
C) osteonecrosis.
D) osteoma.
A
Explanation:
A) Correct.
B) Osteopenia is deficiency of bone tissue.
C) Osteonecrosis is death of bone tissue.
D) Osteoma is a tumor of the bone.
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