Chemistry · Chemistry of Life
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Pellagra is caused by deficiency of which of the following vitamins?
- A
A
- B
C
- C
K
- D
Riboflavin
- E
Niacin
Deficiency of vitamin B3 (niacin) causes pellagra, a condition that causes a dark, sometimes scaly rash to develop on skin areas exposed to sunlight.
Hence, option E is the correct option.
Deficiency of vitamin A causes high infection rate, night blindness and dry skin.
Deficiency of vitamin C causes scurvy, bruising, gum and dental problems, dry hair and skin, and anaemia
Deficiency of vitamin K causes significant bleeding, poor bone development, osteoporosis and increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Deficiency of vitamin B2 (riboflavin) causes anaemia and cataracts, fatigue, swollen throat and blurred vision.
Deficiency of vitamin B3 (niacin) causes pellagra, a condition that causes a dark, sometimes scaly rash to develop on skin areas exposed to sunlight.
Hence, option E is the correct option.
Tagged under Chemistry · Chemistry of Life · 2010