An adult deficient in vitamin D may experience softening of the bones, which is called "________."

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Osteomalacia is the softening of bones due to a deficiency in vitamin D and can occur in adults. Rickets also involves softening of bones, but is specifically seen in children who are deficient in vitamin D. Keratomalacia and hyperkeratosis are conditions related to deficiencies in vitamin A. Osteopenia is a condition in which bone density is lower than normal, but it is not necessarily caused by a vitamin D deficiency.

An Adult Deficient in Vitamin D May Experience Softening of the Bones