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VITAMINS MINERALS COENZYMES AND DEFICIENCY DISEASES
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Question
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The absence of ascorbic acid in the human diet gives rise to
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rickets
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beri-beri
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cataract
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pernicious anemia
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Vitamin C, also known as L-ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement. Humans, unlike most animals, are unable to synthesize vitamin C endogenously, so it is an essential dietary component [1].
Detailed explanation-2: -Ascorbic acid is often added to fruit juices, cereals, fruit-flavored candies, dried fruit, cured meats and frozen fruits, to fortify or add a citrus flavor. Ascorbic acid also acts as a preservative to keep food such as bread, cured meats, jams and jellies, from spoiling.
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