Which of the following is true for vitamin-C? |
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a) |
Also called as ascorbic acid |
b) |
Also called as fumaric acid |
c) |
Obtained from citrus fruits |
d) |
Both (a) and (c) |
Which of the following is true for vitamin-C? |
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a) |
Also called as ascorbic acid |
b) |
Also called as fumaric acid |
c) |
Obtained from citrus fruits |
d) |
Both (a) and (c) |
(d)
Vitamin-C (ascorbic acid) is obtained from citrus fruits, lemon, orange, amla, guave, etc. Vitamin-C helps in the formation of normal collagen, bone matrix, tooth dentine and other extracellular materials. It is essential for the formation and growth of connective tissues, cartilages, bones, teeth, etc.