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mpobi80

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Bone mass declines as part of the aging process. What are the
  main reasons for the decrease in bone mass?

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Catabolic pathways that require oxygen are referred to as _____. Catabolic pathways that can function with low levels of oxygen are called _____.
 
 A. aerobic, anaerobic
  B. anaerobic, aerobic
  C. energy producing, energy requiring
  D. energy requiring, energy producing


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vseab

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Bone mass begins to decline for two main reasons. First,
synthesis, absorption, and metabolism of vitamin D diminish
as we age. Second, diminished estrogen in post-menopausal
women contributes to bone loss since estrogen supports
bone health.

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