Why is it important that bone formation and bone resorption are balanced? what happens if this balance is disturbed?

Bone formation and bone resorption are two processes, which are responsible for balancing or homeostasis of bones. Bone formation can be defined as a process that leads to formation of new bones. Bone resorption involves a process that causes breakdown of bone tissue by releasing minerals.

If this balance gets disturbed it would lead to bone disorders. Inadequate bone formation or increased bone resorption can leads to weakening of bones or osteoporosis, due to which bones become fragile and prone to fractures.

Thus, balancing of bone formation and bone resorption is important for maintaining homeostasis in bones.

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