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Which is caused by deficiency of protein ?

A

Night blindness

B

Beri-beri

C

Xerophthalmia

D

Kwashiorkor

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Question**: The question asks which disorder is caused by a deficiency of protein. 2. **Review the Options**: The options provided are: - Night blindness - Beriberi - Xerophthalmia - Kwashiorkor 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Night Blindness**: This condition is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin A. - **Beriberi**: This disorder is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin B (thiamine). - **Xerophthalmia**: This is another condition caused by a deficiency of Vitamin A. - **Kwashiorkor**: This is a form of protein-energy malnutrition caused by a deficiency of protein. 4. **Determine the Correct Answer**: Among the options, Kwashiorkor is the only disorder that is directly related to protein deficiency. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question is **Kwashiorkor**. ---
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