Eighty percent of people who are diagnosed with osteoporosis are women. What is the simple explanation for this phenomenon?

a. During menopause, women lose estrogen and this puts women at a greater risk for the development of osteoporosis.
b. Women have two X chromosomes and it is known that an inoculating factor for the development of osteoporosis is the Y chromosome.
c. Men have higher levels of testosterone and higher levels of testosterone to combat the development of osteoporosis.
d. Women often live a lifestyle that puts them at greater risk for the development of osteoporosis as compared to men.

Answer: A

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