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The deficiency of which nutrient causes...

The deficiency of which nutrient causes night blindness?

A

Vitamin K

B

Vitamin C

C

Proteins

D

Vitamin A

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D
Vitamin A deficiency (VAD) or hypovitaminosis A is a lack of vitamin A in blood and tissues. Nyctalpia ( night blindness ) is one of the first signs of VAD.
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