Which domestic animal commonly requires dietary vitamin C because it cannot synthesize enough of it?
Correct answer: B. Guinea pig
- A. Cattle
- B. Guinea pig
- C. Goat
- D. Sheep
Explanation
Guinea pigs cannot synthesize vitamin C because they lack functional gulonolactone oxidase, so dietary supplementation is necessary. Healthy cattle, sheep, and goats generally synthesize adequate vitamin C in their tissues.
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