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Which disease is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin C?

  1. A
    Scurvy
  2. B
    Rickets
  3. C
    Beriberi
  4. D
    Pellagra

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* Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), leading to bleeding gums and weakness.
* Rickets is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin D.
* Beriberi is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B1 (thiamine).
* Pellagra is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B3 (niacin).

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Which disease is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin C?
A
Scurvy
B
Rickets
C
Beriberi
D
Pellagra

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