Scurvy is a disease that results from a vitamin c deficiency. in the past, scurvy frequently affected sailors because they were unable to keep supplies of fresh fruit while at sea.

given this information, it is possible to conclude that scurvy is a disease that is primarily caused by
a.
poor nutrition.
b.
organ malfunction.
c.
inheritance.
d.
toxic substances.

A. poor nutrition.

Explanation:

According to the information provided, it can be inferred that scurvy is treated by a deficiency in the consumption of vitamin C, which is mainly found in fruits such as guava, lemon. and the orange.

Vitamin C cannot be synthesized by humans, so it must be taken as it is necessary in cellular processes

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