Which vitamin is the most indispensable during mitosis______________?
Correct answer: D. Folic acid
- A. Aspartic acid
- B. Pantothenic acid
- C. Ascorbic acid
- D. Folic acid
Explanation
Folic acid is needed to form nucleotides for DNA synthesis, so it is especially important when cells divide rapidly during mitosis. Its deficiency impairs DNA replication and produces megaloblastic changes.
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