Which of the following conditions results when the articular cartilages in a joint degenerate to the point where the bony ends of articulating bones touch?
A)osteogenic sarcoma
B)rickets
C)osteomalacia
D)osteoarthritis
E)osteopenia

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Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that occurs when the articular cartilages in a joint wear down to the point where the bony ends of articulating bones touch. This can lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility in the affected joint.

Which of the Following Conditions Results When the Articular Cartilages