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Question
Consider the following statements: Vitamin A deficiency in humans can lead to 1. atrophy of epithelial cells. 2. damage to intestinal mucosa. 3. defects in the dentine of teeth. Which of the statements given is/are correct?
Correct Answer
Option D is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
All three statements are correct. Vitamin A (retinol) is essential for maintaining epithelial tissues. Deficiency leads to atrophy and keratinization of epithelial cells (1), damage to the intestinal mucosa affecting absorption (2), and defects in dentine formation in teeth (3). It also causes night blindness and other ocular issues.
Hint
Vitamin A is crucial for epithelial integrity, mucous membrane health, and tooth development.