NEET Biology question

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Which one of the following is a protein deficiency disease?

(A)KwashiorkarCorrect
(B)Night blindness
(C)Eczema
(D)Cirrhosis

Answer: (A)

Solution

Kwashiorkar is a protein deficiency disease. Its symptoms are underweight, stunted growth, poor brain development, loss of appetite, anaemia, protuding belly, slender legs and bulging eyes. Night blindness is the inability to see in dimlight or at night. It occurs due to deficiency of vitamin A.

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Question ID VK-114967