Marasmus usually is associated with a deficiency of
A. Vitamins
B. Calories
C. Proteins
D. Fats
Answer: Option B
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Marasmus usually is associated with a deficiency of Calories.This Question Belongs to General Knowledge >> Biology
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Marasmus is a condition primarily caused by a deficiency in calories and energy, whereas kwashiorkor indicates an associated protein deficiency, resulting in an edematous appearance.
Protein
Deficiency of protein leads to the marasmus and kwashiorkor