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Which of the following vitamins is present in the given substances?


A

Vitamin E

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B

Vitamin D

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C

Vitamin K

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D

Vitamin C

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Solution

The correct option is option (B)

Explanation for the correct option:

  1. Vitamin D is an important nutrient which required for calcium deposition in bones.
  2. Vitamin D deficiency can lead to a disease called Rickets, making the bones weak, especially near the joints.
  3. The major sources of vitamin D include egg, butter, milk etc.
  4. Vitamin D is also obtained when body is exposed to sunlight.

Explanation for incorrect options:

Option (A):

  1. Vitamin E is obtained from plant oils, nuts, fruits, vegetables and seeds.
  2. Vitamin E is essential for reproductive health and for skin.

Option (C):

  1. Green leafy vegetables are the main source of vitamin K.
  2. Vitamin K is required for the property of blood clotting.

Vitamin (D):

  1. Vitamin C is obtained from citrus fruits and vegetables.
  2. Vitamin C is required for immune system and for the absorption of iron into the blood.

Final answer: Honey, butter, milk and sunlight is the major sources of vitamin D.


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