Scurvy is caused due to deficiency of:
Scurvy is caused due to deficiency of:
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- Vitamin B1
- Vitamin B2
- Ascorbic acid
- Glutamic acid
The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Step 1:Scurvy is a disease caused due to the deficiency of Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. It is essential for the synthesis of collagen in the body.
Step 2: Thus, the correct answer is option (3).
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