Which Statement About Vitamin D Is True

question 167

Multiple Choice

Which statement about vitamin D is true?

• A) It is water-soluble.
• B) It can be synthesized by individuals with adequate exposure to the sun.
• C) Its production is facilitated by dark skin at high latitudes.
• D) Low levels cause an increase in calcium deposition in bone.
• E) A deficiency of this vitamin can cause scurvy.

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Pakistani

Relating to Pakistan or its people, a South Asian country known for its diverse cultures, languages, and history of civilization.

First-Cousin Marriages

Marriages between individuals who have one set of grandparents in common, legal in some cultures and regions, while prohibited in others due to concerns about genetic risks.

Britain

An island in the North Atlantic which constitutes the major part of the United Kingdom, encompassing England, Scotland, and Wales.

First-Cousin Marriage

A marriage between individuals who have one set of grandparents in common, legally and culturally allowed in some societies but prohibited in others.