9th Class Science Why do we fall Ill? Question Bank 9th CBSE Science Why do we fall Ill?

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      Differentiate between kwashiorkor and marasmus.  

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    Kwashiorkor Marasmus
    1 Occurs due to deficiency of protein in the diet. 2. Child shows oedema in lower legs, lower arms and usually in face. 3. Appetite is poor. Skin shows no change. 4. Irritable, moaning and apathetic. 5. It occurs in children from one to five years of age. 1. Occurs due to deficiency of protein, carbohydrate and fat in the diet. 2. No swelling. 3. Appetite is usually good. Skin is flaky with diffused pigmentation. 4. Quiet and apathetic. 5. It occurs in infants up to one year of age.
     


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