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Question : Scurvy is caused by not having enough ________, resulting in general weakness, anaemia, gum disease and skin bleeding.

Option 1: cyanocobalamin

Option 2: ascorbic acid

Option 3: niacin

Option 4: thiamine


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Correct Answer: ascorbic acid


Solution : The correct option is ascorbic acid.

Scurvy is caused by insufficient ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, in the diet. Ascorbic acid is essential for synthesising collagen, a protein crucial for maintaining the integrity of connective tissues. Without adequate vitamin C intake, collagen synthesis is impaired, leading to symptoms such as general weakness, anaemia, gum disease, and skin bleeding characteristic of scurvy.

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