A condition characterized by soft bones resulting from a vitamin D deficiency in adulthood is called
A) rickets.
B) osteoporosis.
C) osteomalacia.
D) osteopenia.

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Osteomalacia is the correct term for the condition characterized by softening of the bones due to vitamin D deficiency in adults. Rickets is the equivalent condition but in children. Osteoporosis and osteopenia involve decreased bone density, not specifically related to vitamin D deficiency.

A Condition Characterized by Soft Bones Resulting from a Vitamin