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Date May 2019 Marks available [Maximum mark: 1] Reference code 19M.3.SL.TZ1.a
Level SL Paper 3 Time zone TZ1
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19M.3.SL.TZ1.a

Osteomalacia is a condition that can be caused by Vitamin D deficiency. Outline one effect of osteomalacia.

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softened/weakened bones/bone pain/increased fractures/difficulty walking/stunted growth ✔

Examiners report

Osteomalacia producing weak bones was a common answer. Low calcium levels were also mentioned but this is a cause not an effect of osteomalacia.

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