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Q · Health and Disease Medium · 45s
Which nutrient deficiency causes scurvy?
TopicHealth and Disease
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Scurvy results from a deficiency of vitamin C, which is necessary for the synthesis of collagen and healthy connective tissues.
Final Answer: Option C - Vitamin C