Which of the following acids is a vitamin?
Biomolecules · Class 12 · JEE Main Previous Year Question
Which of the following acids is a vitamin?
- a
Adipic acid
- b✓
Ascorbic acid
- c
Saccharic acid
- d
Aspartic acid
Ascorbic acid
Step 1: Classification of Acids — Adipic and Saccharic are dicarboxylic acids. Aspartic acid is an amino acid.
Step 2: Defining Vitamin C — Vitamin C is chemically known as L-ascorbic acid, a lactone-type compound that exists as a polar, water-soluble molecule.
Step 3: Identification — Because ascorbic acid is the chemical name for vitamin C, it is the correct answer. Correct option is (b).
Key Point: Ascorbic acid is a required nutrient to prevent scurvy.
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