Which statement best describes why estrogen may contribute to osteoporosis?
A) A decrease in estrogen stimulates the production of interleukin -6 that then stimulates osteoclast activity.
B) A decrease in estrogen causes a corresponding decrease in interleukin -6 that then lowers calcium levels.
C) A decrease in estrogen stimulates an increase in osteoblast activity due to the activation of 1,25 -(OH2) D3.
D) A decrease in estrogen stimulates calcitonin secretion from the pituitary gland.
E) Estrogen is a steroid hormone that interferes with calcium resorption.
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