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Kwashiorkar, night blindness, scurvy, rickets.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Disorders**: We have four disorders to analyze: Kwashiorkor, Night Blindness, Scurvy, and Rickets. 2. **Understand Each Disorder**: - **Kwashiorkor**: This is a condition caused by malnutrition, specifically a deficiency in protein and calories. It often leads to swelling in the abdomen and other parts of the body. - **Night Blindness**: This disorder is caused by a deficiency in Vitamin A. It affects the ability to see in low light conditions. - **Scurvy**: This is a disease resulting from a deficiency in Vitamin C. Symptoms include bleeding gums and weakness. ...
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