GENERAL HISTOLOGY

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM

INTEGUMENTERY SYSTEM MISCELLENOUS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The skin helps to produce ____ by using UV rays from the sun.
A
Vitamin A
B
Vitamin C
C
Vitamin D
D
Vitamin K
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The skin uses sunlight to help manufacture vitamin D, which is important for normal bone formation. But there’s a downside. The sun’s ultraviolet light can cause major damage to the skin. The outer layer of the skin has cells that contain the pigment melanin.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sunlight, in particular UVB between the wavelengths of 290 and 315 nm, is the main source for producing vitamin D in the skin and is the primary source of vitamin D for the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -Vitamin D helps repair skin damage and prevent infections as a result of skin injuries. Topical application can relieve symptoms of psoriasis including itchy and flaky skin. Additionally, Vitamin D has strong anti-inflammatory properties which are useful in treating burns, skin damage, and even stretch marks.

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