Scurvy can be cured by ingesting _______ .

whole-wheat grain

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proteins

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vitamin B complex

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citrus fruits

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Solution

The correct option is D
citrus fruits

Scurvy is caused due to a deficiency of Vitamin C. Citrus fruits are a good source of vitamin ‘C’. Hence, ingesting them can cure scurvy.

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Column I	Column II
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(D) Vitamin C	(iv) Citrus fruits, amla, green leafy vegetables

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