Question
Which one of the following vitamins is synthesized in
our own skin?Solution
Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin when exposed to sunlight (UV rays). The precursor 7-dehydrocholesterol in the skin is converted to Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol), which is then activated in the liver and kidneys to its functional form. Information Booster:Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â
- Known as the "sunshine vitamin."
- Essential for calcium absorption and bone health.
- Deficiency can lead to rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults.
- Found in foods like fatty fish, egg yolks, and fortified milk.
In the following question select the answer pair that expresses a relationship most similar to that expressed in the capitalised pair.
Insolenc...
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Copying someone else’s work and trying to submit it as your own
Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
Unique
A) Horrible B) Horizontal C) Hostile D) Friendly
Choose the word correct synonym:
Regulate
Choose the word opposite in meaning to the given word.
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In each of the following sentences, choose the word opposite in meaning to the bold word to fill in the blank.
Even after losing the match, t...
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bold word.
She has done a commendable job in making people aware of this issue.
