Biology
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Medium
Question
Scurvy and beri-beri are caused by the deficiency of ___________?
A
Vitamin B and C
B
Vitamin B and D
C
Vitamin C and B
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D
Vitamin A and B
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A
Vitamin B and C
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B
Vitamin B and D
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C
Vitamin C and B
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D
Vitamin A and B
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Explanation
Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C, while beri-beri results from a deficiency of vitamin B1 (thiamine).