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Standard IX
Biology
Deficiency Diseases
Degeneration ...
Question
Degeneration of lacrimal glands is due to the deficiency of:
A
vitamin A
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B
vitamin E
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C
vitamin D
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D
vitamin C
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Solution
The correct option is
A
vitamin A
Degeneration of lacrimal glands is due to the deficiency of vitamin
A
.
It leads to lesser tear production and loss of response to neural stimulation and less reflex tearing.
Option A is correct.
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