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elena55 [62]
2 years ago
8

Which of the following is not a reason we become shorter as we age?

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Lady_Fox [76]2 years ago
3 0

Answer:

The correct answer is - As a person ages, scoliosis may develop resulting in an abnormal spinal curvature and shorter stature.

Explanation:

Scoliosis is a condition in which spine curvature towards the sides takes place before the puberty during growth period or spurt normally. The cause of this condition could be muscle dystrophy or palsy and similar condition.

This affects the stature of an individual but not affected by age as it remains constant normally after development or growth till puberty. All other conditions are associated with the short stature and influenced by the age.

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