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The deficiency of which vitamin leads to a disease called Scurvy, characterized by bleeding gums?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Vitamin A
  2. Vitamin B1
  3. Vitamin C
  4. Vitamin K

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Vitamin C

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Vitamin C šŸ“š Explanation: Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid) is a water-soluble vitamin essential for the synthesis of collagen, a protein that maintains the health of skin, blood vessels, and bones. A severe lack of this vitamin weakens these tissues, leading to the symptoms of scurvy. It is found abundantly in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and amla.