Vitamin D : Type, Production , Uses

Q.  Which of the following statements is/are correct about Vitamin D?

1. Vitamin D is produced inside the skin
2.  Vitamin D is water soluble
- Published on 02 Nov 15

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None

ANSWER: Only 1
 
- Vitamin D refers to a group of fat-soluble secosteroids responsible for enhancing intestinal absorption of calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphate and zinc.
- UVB light are useful source of Vitamin D. 75 to 80 per cent of body’s Vitamin D supply is met by sunlight.

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