Question

The chemical name of vitamin D is

• A. Riboflavin
• B. Ascorbic acid
• C. Niacin
• D. Calciferol

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Calciferol

The correct option is C.

Explanation for the correct option:

Option D:

1. Vitamin D is fat-soluble, contained only in animal products, and can be produced by the body on exposure to UV radiation..
2. . The chemical name for Vitamin D is calciferol.
3. Vitamin D helps the body to absorb phosphorus and calcium.
4. Vitamin D intake is very good for our body's skin and bones.

Explanation for the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Riboflavin is also called vitamin $B_2$.

Option B:

1. Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid and ascorbate.

Option C:

1. Niacin is an organic compound and a form of $B_3$ vitamins.

Final answer: The chemical name for vitamin D is calciferol.