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NEET 2016
Exam
NEET
Year
2016
Subject
Zoology
Chapter
Locomotion and Movement

NEET 2016 · Zoology · Locomotion and Movement

Osteoporosis, an age-related disease of the skeletal system, may...

Osteoporosis, an age-related disease of the skeletal system, may occur due to

Options

  1. AImmune disorder affecting neuromuscular junction leading to fatigue
  2. BHigh concentration of Ca++C{a}^{+ +} and Na+N{a}^{+}
  3. CDecreased level of estrogen
  4. DAccumulation of uric acid leading to inflammation of joints

Correct answer

C. Decreased level of estrogen

Step-by-step solution

Osteoporosis is the age-related disorder characterized by decreased bone mass and increased chances of fractures. Decreased levels of estrogen is a common cause.
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