A chronic disorder of joints in which the articular cartilages degenerate and bony spurs form is
A) rheumatoid arthritis.
B) osteoarthritis.
C) gout.
D) Lyme disease.

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The description matches that of osteoarthritis, which is a chronic disorder characterized by the degeneration of articular cartilages and the formation of bony spurs. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that affects the synovial membranes, leading to joint inflammation and pain. Gout is caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints. Lyme disease is caused by a bacterial infection transmitted through tick bites and can affect various organs, including joints.

A Chronic Disorder of Joints in Which the Articular Cartilages