Elderly individuals are more likely to break a bone when they fall because many of their bones have become weak due to holes in the spongy bone, which is related to what condition?

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ossification
ossification

osteoporosis
osteoporosis

scoliosis
scoliosis

fracture

osteoporosis

The condition related to the weakening of bones in elderly individuals is osteoporosis.

The condition related to the weakening of bones due to the presence of holes in the spongy bone is called osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a medical condition characterized by a decrease in bone density and quality, making the bones more fragile and susceptible to fractures. It commonly affects the elderly population, especially postmenopausal women, as hormonal changes during menopause contribute to bone loss.