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WAEC Biology 2004 Question 29

Question 29

Food Substances and Enzymes

The deficiency of vitamin D and calcium ions in the diet of a human causes

  1. A.anaemia
  2. B.night-blindness
  3. C.kwashiokor
  4. D.rickets
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Answer: D (rickets)

Explanation

Vitamin D and calcium are needed to make strong bones; their lack causes rickets, with soft bent bones.