Question

Scurvy is caused due to deficiency of ______.

Options

• Vitamin B1

• Vitamin B2

• Ascorbic acid

• Glutamic acid

Answer 1

Scurvy is caused due to deficiency of ascorbic acid.

Explanation:

Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Vitamin C is essential for the formation of collagen. Its deficiency leads to symptoms like bleeding gums, weak immunity, and delayed wound healing.