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Question : Pellagra and Scurvy are caused by which pair of vitamin deficiencies respectively.

Option 1: Vitamin C and Vitamin D

Option 2: Vitamin B-3 and Vitamin C

Option 3: Vitamin C and Vitamin A

Option 4: Vitamin A and Vitamin B-12


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Correct Answer: Vitamin B-3 and Vitamin C


Solution : The correct option is Vitamin B-3 and Vitamin C .

Pellagra is a deficiency of Vitamin B3, causing dermatitis, diarrhoea, and dementia. It was common in societies dependent on maize. Scurvy is caused by a lack of Vitamin C, causing fatigue, weakness, bleeding gums, joint discomfort, and easy bruising due to reduced collagen formation.

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