Question

select the correct answer.
which disease reduces bone density and causes the bones to become brittle?
a. atherosclerosis
b. diabetes
c. hypertension
d. osteoporosis

Explanation:

• Option A: Atherosclerosis affects blood vessels, not bone density.
• Option B: Diabetes impacts blood sugar and related systems, not bone brittleness.
• Option C: Hypertension is high blood pressure, unrelated to bone density.
• Option D: Osteoporosis is defined by reduced bone density and brittle bones.

Answer:

D. osteoporosis