Which of the following conditions is characterized by reduced bone mass due to a decreased rate of bone synthesis to a level too low to compensate for normal bone resorption?
A)osteogenic sarcoma
B)osteomyelitis
C)osteophytes
D)osteoarthritis
E)osteopenia

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Osteopenia is characterized by reduced bone mass due to a decreased rate of bone synthesis to a level too low to compensate for normal bone resorption. It is considered a precursor to osteoporosis. Osteogenic sarcoma is a type of bone cancer, osteomyelitis is a bone infection, osteophytes are bony projections caused by osteoarthritis.

Which of the Following Conditions Is Characterized by Reduced Bone