Question

Luiel JULIUP By definition vitamins are dietary essentials." Why is there a debate over whether vitamin D is a vitamin or a hormone? Explain. (2pts) 3. A bone disorder characterized by a reduction in bone mass, increased bone fragility, and an increased risk of fractures is called _. (1/2pt) 4. A vitamin D deficiency disease in children characterized by poor bone development due to inadequate calcium absorption which causes symptoms of the bending of the spine and bowing of the legs is called (1/2pt) 5. The vitamin D deficiency which is characterized by a loss of minerals from bones causing bone pain muscle aches and increased fractures is called (1/2pt) hp home docte

Answer 1

Q3 - osteoporosis

In osteoporosis mineralization of bone are defective so bone are brittle, fragile, increase risk of frecture

Q4- in children vitD deficiency cause rickets

Q5 osteomalacia -softening of bone , muscle weakness