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The deficiency of which of the following...

The deficiency of which of the following leads to the Pellagra disease ?

A

Vitamin B5

B

Vitamin B2

C

Riboflavin

D

Niacin

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D
Pellagra is a disease caused by low levels of niacin, also known as vitamin B-3. It.s marked by dementia, diarrhea, and dermatitis, also known as "the three Ds". If left untreated , pellagra can be fatal as well.
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