Human Anatomy & Physiology (9th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321743261
ISBN 13: 978-0-32174-326-8

Chapter 6 - Bones and Skeletal Tissues - Review Questions - Critical Thinking and Clinical Application Questions - Page 197: 2

Answer

It is rickets because it results from inadequate calcification of the extracellular bone matrix. Usually, caused by lacking vitamin D. Rickets in children in which the growing bones become soft and rubbery and are easily deformed.

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Rickets can be found on page 192 to verify the answer.
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