Question

Which of the following protects from scurvy?

• A. Vitamin D
• B. Vitamin K
• C. Vitamin A
• D. Vitamin E
• E. Vitamin C

Answer 1

The correct option is E Vitamin C

Antiscorbutic vitamin (ascorbic acid, ($C_8{H}_8{O}_6$ ) usually known as vitamin C is commonly found in fresh meat, fresh vegetables and fruits as tomato, pineapple, lemon and oranges. It takes part in cellular respiration and is necessary, for the production of collagen fibres and therefore necessary for the healing of wounds. Its absence causes scurvy and mental depression. Many animals can synthesize it but human beings and apes must have it in their diet.
So, the correct answer is 'Vitamin C'.