The vitamin that is required for the synthesis of collagen is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The vitamin that is required for the synthesis of collagen is:
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin K
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin D
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Vitamin C is a cofactor for enzymes that hydroxylate proline and lysine in procollagen, essential for proper collagen triple helix formation. Deficiency results in weak collagen and scurvy. Vitamin A is for vision, D for calcium, K for clotting.

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