The vitamin that is destroyed by excessive heat and light is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The vitamin that is destroyed by excessive heat and light is:
A. Vitamin D
B. Vitamin K
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin C
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is water-soluble and easily destroyed by heat, light, and oxidation. Cooking reduces its content in food. Vitamin A is fat-soluble and relatively stable, D and K also fat-soluble and more stable. Vitamin C must be consumed regularly.

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