Question

(vi) Scurvy is caused due to the deficiency of
(a) vitamin A
(b) vitamin B
(c) vitamin C
(d) vitamin D

Answer 1

Answer:

Scurvy happens when there is a lack of vitamin C, or ascorbic acid.

Explanation:

This is because vitamin C is needed for making collagen, an important component in connective tissues.

Answer 2

Answer:

Vitamin C causes scurvy.

Vitamin A causes night blindness

Vitamin D causes Rickets

Vitamin B causes beriberi