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A deficiency of "" is a disease of ricke...

A deficiency of `"____________"` is a disease of rickets.

A

Vitamin C

B

Vitamin A

C

Vitamin B

D

Vitamin D

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D

Rickets is a skeletal disorder which is caused due to lack of vitamin D, calcium or phosphate. These nutrients are important for the development of strong, healthy bones. So those who are suffering from rickets have weak and soft bones.
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