BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

Detailed explanation-1: -Over time, a vitamin D or calcium deficiency will cause rickets in children and soft bones (osteomalacia) in adults.

Detailed explanation-2: -The most common cause of rickets and osteomalacia is vitamin D deficiency (not enough vitamin D). Usually, this is due to: A diet without enough vitamin D.

Detailed explanation-3: -Osteomalacia is softening of the bones. It most often occurs because of a problem with vitamin D, which helps your body absorb calcium. Your body needs calcium to maintain the strength and hardness of your bones.

Detailed explanation-4: -Rickets is the softening and weakening of bones in children, usually because of an extreme and prolonged vitamin D deficiency. Rare inherited problems also can cause rickets. Vitamin D helps your child’s body absorb calcium and phosphorus from food.