Question

Which acid prevents the spreading of cancer cells?

• A. acetic acid
• B. folic acid
• C. formic acid
• D. malic acid

Answer 1

The correct option is B

folic acid

Explanation for correct option:

B. Folic acid

Acid that prevents the spreading of cancer cells:

• The acid that is used in preventing the spreading of cancer cells is folic acid.
• The chemical formula of folic acid is ${\mathrm{C}}_{19}{\mathrm{H}}_{19}{\mathrm{N}}_7{\mathrm{O}}_6$.
• Folic acid is the natural form of Vitamin $\mathrm{B}9$.
• Folic acid helps make healthy red blood cells, which carry oxygen around the body.
• Folic acid supplementation may prevent the initiation/early promotion of cancer development.

Explanation for incorrect options:

(A) Acetic acid is used in the manufacturing of dyes, insecticides as well as rubbers.

(C) Formic acid is used as a preservative as well as an anti-bacterial agent.

(D) Malic acid is used most commonly for dry mouth.

Hence, the correct option is B i.e. Folic acid.