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Osteoporosis is caused due to deficiency of

A
Potassium
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Vitamin A
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C
Vitamin C
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D
Calcium
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Solution

The correct option is A Calcium
Osteoporosis is a condition of fragile bone with an increased susceptibility. There could be many reasons for osteoporosis, but the most predominant reason is lack of enough calcium in the bones. Due to low calcium, bone density decreases. It results in weakened bones making them more susceptible to fractures.Thus, the correct answer is option D.

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