Which Condition is Caused by a Deficiency of a Fat-Soluble

Question

Which condition is caused by a deficiency of a fat-soluble vitamin?
A) pellagra
B) beriberi
C) scurvy
D) rickets

Accepted Answer

Rickets is caused by a deficiency of vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin. Vitamin D is crucial for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus from the diet, and its deficiency can lead to weakened bones and skeletal deformities, particularly in children.