Osteomalacia in adults is due to the deficiency of:

Retinol

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Calciferol

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Riboflavin

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Thiamine

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Solution

The correct option is B Calciferol
Osteomalacia in adults is due to the deficiency of calciferol (vitamin $D$ ).

This disease affect the strength and appearance of bones, and can lead to permanent bone deformities (softening), if untreated or if treatment is delayed. It is caused due to inadequate mineralization of bones.

Option B is correct.

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