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

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Osteomalacia is a condition where bones become soft and weak due to a deficiency in vitamin D, calcium or phosphorus. Rickets on the other hand, is a childhood disease that also causes softening of the bones due to vitamin D deficiency. Keratomalacia is a condition that affects the eyes due to vitamin A deficiency, and hyperkeratosis is a skin condition where skin becomes thick and rough. Osteopenia is a condition where bone mineral density is lower than normal but not as severe as osteoporosis.

An Adult Deficient in Vitamin D May Experience a Softening