One effect of aging on the skeletal system is
A) decreased bone matrix.
B) increased bone density.
C) decreased collagen fibers.
D) increased elastic fibers.
E) Both "decreased bone matrix" and "decreased collagen fibers" are correct.

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Aging affects the skeletal system by decreasing bone matrix and collagen fibers, leading to weaker bones and reduced flexibility. Bone density typically decreases, not increases, and elastic fibers also tend to decrease, not increase, with age.

One Effect of Aging on the Skeletal System Is