Biology PYQ 85 of 227 · Nutrition & Digestive System

Which of the following is the richest source of Vitamin C?

  1. AOrange
  2. BApple
  3. CCarrot
  4. DAmla

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Correct answer: (d) Amla

Explanation

Amla (Indian gooseberry) is the richest natural source of Vitamin C among the options.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is water-soluble; its deficiency causes scurvy.

Orange has only about 53 mg per 100 g, far below amla; carrot is rich in Vitamin A, not C.

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