As bones age in older persons, they
A) have increased calcium deposits.
B) become stronger.
C) are less porous.
D) are more brittle.
E) increase in length.

Name: As bones age in older persons, they A) have increased calcium deposits. B) become stronger. C) are less porous. D) are more brittle. E) increase in length.
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As bones age, they lose density and become more brittle due to decreased calcium and other mineral content, making them more prone to fractures.

As Bones Age in Older Persons, They