decalcification
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8.3
Loss of calcium from bones or teeth that makes them weak
- noun
- /diˌkæl.sɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
- Specialized
:
descalcificación
- If unchecked, decalcification can result in fragile bones that break easily.
- decalcification of the bone
Examples
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The loss of calcium from the bones through decalcification can lead to serious health issues like osteoporosis.
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If necessary, decalcification by 10% EDTA was performed for one day.
Academic text (2018) -
The specimen was submitted for decalcification before further histological evaluation.
Academic text (2007) -
To address the issue of decalcification, it's important to consume foods rich in calcium and vitamin D.
Synonyms
8.2
Loss of minerals from bones or teeth that makes them weak
is specifically about loss of calcium from bones, teeth, or other tissues
9.9
A loss of minerals like calcium from bones that makes them weak
refers to calcium loss more broadly in bones, teeth, or other tissues
9.9
Loss of the hard parts of bones that makes them weak
focuses specifically on calcium loss rather than general mineral loss
Surface Forms
decalcification singular
decalcifications plural
Morphology
Etymology
Decalcification starts with de- 'remove' and has calc 'lime' or 'chalk', the same root as calcium. So decalcification means the loss or 'removing' of calcium from bones or teeth, which makes them weak.