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Scurvy is caused by the deficiency of...

Scurvy is caused by the deficiency of

A

Nicotinic acid

B

Ascorbic acid

C

Pantothenic acid

D

Retinoic acid

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B
Ascorbic acid is required for a variety of biosynthetic pathway. It is required for collagen synthesis during wound healing.
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