Understanding Vitamin Deficiencies Quiz

Which vitamin deficiency causes the disease scurvy?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin B12

What is a common symptom of scurvy?

• Weak bones

• Bleeding gums

• Swollen thyroid

• Night blindness

Rickets is caused by a deficiency of which vitamin?

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin K

• Vitamin B1

Which mineral deficiency leads to anemia?

• Calcium

• Iron

• Iodine

• Zinc

What is a common sign of anemia?

• Swollen joints

• Pale skin and tiredness

• Goiter

• Curved bones

Goiter is caused by a deficiency of which mineral?

• Iron

• Calcium

• Iodine

• Magnesium

Which part of the body is mainly affected by goiter?

• Heart

• Thyroid gland

• Lungs

• Liver

Beriberi is caused by a lack of which vitamin?

• Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin E

Which food is a good source of Vitamin C to prevent scurvy?

• Oranges

• Rice

• Eggs

• Bread

How can rickets be prevented?

• Eating foods rich in Vitamin D and getting sunlight

• Drinking more water

• Eating more sugar

• Avoiding exercise