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The vitamin that facilitates iron absorption____________?

Correct answer: B. Ascorbic acid

  • A. Folic acid
  • B. Ascorbic acid
  • C. Biotin
  • D. Para amino benzoic acid

Explanation

Ascorbic acid keeps iron in the more readily absorbed ferrous state and improves its intestinal absorption. Folic acid and biotin have different roles in cellular metabolism.

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