Deficiency of Vitamin C causes a disease known as Scurvy .
Scurvy happens when there is a lack of vitamin C , or ascorbic acid . The deficiency leads to symptoms of weakness, anemia, gum disease , and skin problems. This is because vitamin C is needed for making collagen, an important component in connective tissues.
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Question : Which vitamin deficiency causes the disease, Pernicious anaemia?
Option 1: Vitamin B5
Option 2: Vitamin B12
Option 3: Vitamin B6
Option 4: Vitamin C
Question : Insufficient exposure to sunlight causes deficiency of which vitamin?
Option 1: Vitamin E and K
Option 2: Vitamin A
Option 3: Vitamin D
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