Osteolysis is
A)demineralization due to hydrochloric acid activity.
B)the release of calcium and phosphate from the matrix.
C)the result of osteoclast activity.
D)the result of enzyme activity.
E)All of these answers are correct.

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Osteolysis is a process of bone resorption, which involves the breakdown of bone matrix by osteoclasts. This process releases calcium and phosphate, and demineralization occurs due to the activity of hydrochloric acid and enzyme secretion by osteoclasts. Therefore, all of the given answers are correct.

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