Ascorbic acid is the chemical name of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Ascorbic acid is the chemical name of:
A. Vitamin B₂
B. Vitamin C
C. Vitamin D
D. Vitamin B₁₂
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Vitamin C is chemically L-ascorbic acid. It is water-soluble, an antioxidant, and required for collagen synthesis. Deficiency causes scurvy. It is found in citrus fruits, amla, and green vegetables.

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Correct Answer: Option B


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