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Scurvy and rickets are caused by deficiencies of specific vitamins.

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Factors Leading to Scurvy and Rickets

Scurvy occurs when the diet lacks vitamin C, often due to insufficient fresh fruits and vegetables. Rickets occurs when there is a lack of vitamin D, which can be due to inadequate sunlight exposure or poor diet.

  1. a

    State one dietary factor that can lead to scurvy.

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  2. b

    State one factor that can lead to rickets.

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Causes of Scurvy and Rickets

Scurvy is caused by a lack of vitamin C, while rickets is caused by a lack of vitamin D.

  1. a

    Identify the vitamin deficiency that leads to scurvy.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

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  2. b

    Identify the vitamin deficiency that leads to rickets.

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