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____ is necessary as roughage for smooth movement of food.

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vitamin A

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Calcium

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C

Cellulose

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none of these

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Solution

The correct option is C Cellulose
Answer: Option C
Cellulose
Explanation: Cellulose is a fibre not digested by the human digestive system. Cellulose absorbs water and retains it. Undigested cellulose acts as roughage and helps in the smooth movement of food through the intestine

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