Below are a few statements given about diseases

$i$ They are caused by germs.
$ii$ They are caused due to a lack of nutrients in our diet.
$iii$ They can be passed on to another person through contact.
$i v$ They can be prevented by taking a balanced diet.

Which pair of statements best describes a deficiency disease?

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Below are a few statements given about diseases

i

They are caused by germs.

ii

They are caused due to a lack of nutrients in our diet.

iii

They can be passed on to another person through contact.

i v

They can be prevented by taking a balanced diet.

Which pair of statements best describes a deficiency disease?

Filo · Accepted Answer

A disease that is caused by a dietary deficiency of specific nutrients, especially a vitamin or mineral,possibly stemming from insufficient intake, digestion, absorption, or utilization of a nutrient is called as deficiency disease. It can be prevented by taking a balanced diet.

Question Text	Below are a few statements given about diseases $i$ They are caused by germs. $ii$ They are caused due to a lack of nutrients in our diet. $iii$ They can be passed on to another person through contact. $i v$ They can be prevented by taking a balanced diet. Which pair of statements best describes a deficiency disease?
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