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Which of the following physiological conditions is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin E in the human body?
Options
- AOsteomalacia
- BIncreased blood clotting time
- CXerophthalmia
- DIncreased fragility of RBCs and muscular weakness
Correct answer
D. Increased fragility of RBCs and muscular weakness
Step-by-step solution
According to the NCERT classification of vitamins and their deficiency diseases, the deficiency of Vitamin E leads to increased fragility of red blood cells (RBCs) and muscular weakness. Osteomalacia is caused by Vitamin D deficiency, increased blood clotting time is due to Vitamin K deficiency, and xerophthalmia is caused by Vitamin A deficiency. Answer: Increased fragility of RBCs and muscular weakness