Question
Chemistry Question on Vitamins
Scurvy is caused due to deficiency of
A
vit. A
B
vit. B
C
vit. K
D
vit. C
Answer
vit. C
Explanation
Solution
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) deficiency causes scurvy (with poor wound healing). Mild deficiency affects connective tissue as it appears to be required for collagen formation.