The disease that occurs in mature adult human being due to deficiency of calciferol is

Keratomalacia

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Osteomalacia

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Glossitis

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Pernicious anaemia

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Solution

The correct option is D Osteomalacia
Osteomalacia is the softening of bones. It is mainly caused due to an abnormality in the metabolism of the bone. The inadequate levels of available phosphate, calcium, and vitamin D, or resorption of calcium is the major cause. The peculiar symptoms include diffuse body pains, muscle weakness, and fragility of the bones.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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