The correct answer is Option (4) – Osteomalacia
The disease due to a deficiency of Vitamin D is Osteomalacia.
Explanation:
- Osteomalacia is a condition characterized by softening of the bones, often leading to pain and weakness.
- Vitamin D is essential for the absorption of calcium and phosphorus in the intestines. A deficiency of Vitamin D can result in impaired mineralization of bone matrix, leading to weakened and softened bones.
- Night blindness is associated with a deficiency of Vitamin A.
- Scurvy is caused by a deficiency of Vitamin C.
- COVID-19 is a respiratory illness caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus and is not related to a deficiency of Vitamin D.
In summary, Osteomalacia is the disease associated with a deficiency of Vitamin D.
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