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Mention any two elements whose deficiency causes diseases and the symptoms of the disease.


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The elements whose deficiency causes diseases are:

  1. Fluorine
  2. Iodine

1) Fluorine: It is an element that is required in trace amounts. Its deficiency causes dental problems. The symptoms include pain in gums and teeth, and teeth whitening decreases.

2) Iodine: It is also an element that is required in trace amounts, hence it is a microelement. Its deficiency causes Goitre. It is characterized by an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid, swelling in the neck, retarded growth, and a decrease in thyroid function.


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