Question

which bone disease is characterized by bone resorption outpacing bone deposition, leading to an increased risk of fractures, and is common in elder women with a history of smoking?
answers: a - e
a osteomalacia
b osteoporosis
c osteitides
d osteopenia
e osteoarthritis

Explanation:

Osteoporosis is a bone disease where bone resorption exceeds bone deposition, increasing fracture risk. It's common in elderly women, especially those with a smoking history. Osteomalacia (A) involves softening due to vitamin D deficiency. Osteitides (C) is inflammation. Osteopenia (D) is lower bone density than normal but not as severe as osteoporosis. Osteoarthritis (E) is joint - related, not primarily a bone deposition/resorption issue.

Answer:

B. osteoporosis