Beginning in one's twenties, the protective cartilage in the joints can show signs of deterioration, such as thinning and becoming cracked and frayed. If these changes become pronounced they can lead to ____.
A) osteoarthritis
B) osteoporosis
C) atherosclerosis
D) myoclonic tachypnea

Question

Beginning in one's twenties, the protective cartilage in the joints can show signs of deterioration, such as thinning and becoming cracked and frayed. If these changes become pronounced they can lead to ____.
A) ​osteoarthritis
B) ​osteoporosis
C) ​atherosclerosis
D) ​myoclonic tachypnea

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The deterioration of the protective cartilage in the joints, such as thinning and becoming cracked and frayed, are signs of osteoarthritis. Osteoporosis is the weakening of bones due to loss of bone density, atherosclerosis is the buildup of plaque in arteries leading to reduced blood flow, and myoclonic tachypnea is a medical condition characterized by rapid breathing and muscle spasms. None of these conditions are directly related to joint cartilage deterioration.

Beginning in One's Twenties, the Protective Cartilage in the Joints