Rickets is due to deficiency of vitamin _________.

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Solution

The correct option is A D
A. D
Solution : Vitamin D deficiency cause rickets. Rickets is a rare disease that causes the bones to become soft and bend. Vitamin D largely comes from exposing the skin to sunlight. It is essential for the formation of strong and healthy bones in children.
So, the correct answer is option A.

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