Question

fill in the blank question the lack of vitamin d results in soft and deforming bones. in children, this condition is called and in adults, this condition is called

Explanation:

Vitamin D is crucial for calcium absorption and bone health. In children, lack of it causes rickets which affects bone - growth and development. In adults, it causes osteomalacia where existing bones become soft.

Answer:

In children: Rickets
In adults: Osteomalacia