Question

Deficiency of which vitamin causes night blindness?

• A. Vitamin A
• B. Vitamin D
• C. Vitamin E
• D. Vitamin K

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Vitamin A

Correct option is (a) Vitamin A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Deficiency of certain nutrients in the body can cause deficiency diseases.
2. Vitamin A also known as retinol is an essential micro nutrient for the body.
3. It helps in strengthening our immune system.
4. It also improves vision preventing night blindness and also keeps skin healthy.
5. Deficiency of Vitamin A causes night blindness.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

Deficiency of Vitamin D causes rickets.

Option C:

Deficiency of Vitamin E causes scurvy.

Option D:

Deficiency of Vitamin K causes poor bone health.

Final answer: Deficiency of Vitamin A causes night blindness.