| (i) Swelling of ankle, feet and belly |
| (ii) Diarrhoea |
| (iii) Scaly skin |
| (iv) Mental retardation |
A)
Deficiency disease Deficient nutrient Kwashiorkor Proteins
B)
Deficiency disease Deficient nutrient Goitre Iodine
C)
Deficiency disease Deficient nutrient Anaemia Iron
D)
Deficiency disease Deficient nutrient Rickets Vitamin D
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
Kwashiorkor is a deficiency disease caused by deficiency of protein in the diet. The child suffering from this disease becomes thin and weak. Skin becomes scaly and develops cracks, there is stunted growth and retarded mental development. Other symptoms of the disease include large pot like belly, swelling of feet and ankle, diarrhoea etc.
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