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luvbio

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Why are dark green vegetables such as kale and spinach good sources of vitamin A?
 
  A) They contain abundant beta-carotene, a precursor of retinol.
  B) They contain the most abundant preformed vitamin A.
  C) They contain vitamin C precursors of retinol.
  D) They are fortified with vitamin A.

Question 2

A group of fat-soluble plant pigments that are the basis for the orange, red, and deep-yellow
  colors of many fruits and vegetables are called
 
  A) prooxidants. B) carotenoids. C) provitamins. D) chlorophylls.


morrie123456

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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

B


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