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sjones

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on: Aug 20, 2018
Which of the following is known to enhance iron absorption?
 
  a. Tea
  b. Coffee
  c. Foods containing vitamin C
  d. Foods containing vitamin E
  e. Milk

Question 2

What component of tea is responsible for its effect on iron absorption?
 
  a. Tannic acid
  b. Lactic acid
  c. Citric acid
  d. Ascorbic acid
  e. Acetic acid


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efwsefaw

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

ANS: C

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A


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Reply #2 on: Aug 20, 2018
Both answers were spot on, thank you once again


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Reply #3 on: Aug 20, 2018
Great! Please up vote :D


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