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JGIBBSON

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Which of the following diseases is characterized by inadequate mineralization of the organic matrix within the bones of children?
 a. osteomalacia
  b. rickets
  c. osteoporosis
  d. Paget disease

Question 2

_____ is characterized by abnormal bone remodeling that is localized, progressive, and often crippling, and that results from overactive osteoclasts.
 a. Rickets
  b. Osteomalacia
  c. Osteoporosis
  d. Paget disease



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Answer to Question 1

b

Answer to Question 2

d





 

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