Identify the correct statement about vitamins and minerals: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Identify the correct statement about vitamins and minerals:
A. Iodine deficiency causes anemia.
B. Iron is required for blood clotting.
C. Calcium is essential for bone formation.
D. Vitamin C is a fat-soluble vitamin.
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Calcium is a major component of bones. Vitamin C is water-soluble, iron is for hemoglobin (oxygen transport), iodine deficiency causes goiter, anemia is from iron/B₁₂/folate deficiency.

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