NEETBiologyLocomotion and MovementMCQ+4 / −1
Gout is a type of disorder which leads to:
- AWeakening of bones due to low calcium level
- BInflammation of joints due to accumulation of uric acid crystals
- CWeakening of bones due to decreased bone mass
- DInflammation of joints due to cartilage degeneration
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Correct answer: B
Option (b) is the correct answer as inflammation of joints due to accumulation of uric acid crystals is known as gout.
Options (a) and (c) are incorrect because weakening of bones due to decreased bones mass, calcium deficiency, decreased levels of estrogen, etc., is termed as osteoporosis.
Option (d) is incorrect because inflammation of joints due to cartilage degeneration is known as osteoarthritis.
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