Rickets is caused by the deficiency of vitamin ____________

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Explanation:
Rickets:
Rickets is a bone disorder that is generally caused due to the deficiency of Vitamin D.
It weakens the bones due to lack of Calcium and Phosphorus.
Final Answer: Rickets is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D.

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Rickets is caused by the deficiency of vitamin ____________

Explanation: Rickets:Rickets is a bone disorder that is generally caused due to the deficiency of Vitamin D.It weakens the bones due to lack of Calcium and Phosphorus.Final Answer: Rickets is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D.

Explanation:
Rickets:
Rickets is a bone disorder that is generally caused due to the deficiency of Vitamin D.
It weakens the bones due to lack of Calcium and Phosphorus.
Final Answer: Rickets is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin D.