(D) Osteoporosis is an age-related disorder characterized by decreased bone mass and increased chances of fractures. It is primarily caused by decreas

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Increased levels of estrogen cause this condition.

(D) Osteoporosis is an age-related disorder characterized by decreased bone mass and increased chances of fractures. It is primarily caused by decreased levels of estrogen,not increased levels. Therefore,option $D$ is incorrect.

Class 11 Biology Locomotion and Movement Disorders of Muscular and Skeletal System

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Which of the following is incorrect regarding osteoporosis?

A
It is an age-related disorder.
B
Bone mass decreases.
C
Chances of fractures increase.
D
Increased levels of estrogen cause this condition.

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Disorders of Muscular and Skeletal System

Match the following columns and select the correct option:

Column $I$ Column $II$

$(a)$ Gout $(i)$ Decreased levels of estrogen

$(b)$ Osteoporosis $(ii)$ Low $Ca^{2+}$ ions in the blood

$(c)$ Tetany $(iii)$ Accumulation of uric acid crystals

$(d)$ Muscular dystrophy $(iv)$ Autoimmune disorder

$(v)$ Genetic disorder

Column $I$	Column $II$
$(a)$ Gout	$(i)$ Decreased levels of estrogen
$(b)$ Osteoporosis	$(ii)$ Low $Ca^{2+}$ ions in the blood
$(c)$ Tetany	$(iii)$ Accumulation of uric acid crystals
$(d)$ Muscular dystrophy	$(iv)$ Autoimmune disorder
	$(v)$ Genetic disorder