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Shark and cord liver oil are rich in

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Vitamin A
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Vitamin C
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Vitamin D
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Vitamin B
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Solution

The correct option is C Vitamin D
Vitamin D is also called as Sterol Calciferol. There are ten types of vitamin D. The common forms are D2 and D3. The vitamin D is antirachitic, essential for absorption and retention of calcium and phosphorous, growth and maintenance of bones. Its is more of a hormone than a vitamin as it can be synthesized in human body on exposure to sunshine. Other rich sources of vitamin D are cod and shark liver oil, chicken, egg yolk, milk and butter.

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