The deficiency of ___ leads to a disease called Kwashiorkor.

vitamin

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carbohydrate

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protein

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minerals

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Solution

The correct option is C
protein

Kwashiorkar is a disease caused by the deficiency of protein. The body of the affected individual will be weak and with a protruded belly.

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