Question

Citrus fruits are rich in vitamin:
(a)- A
(b)- C
(c)- B
(d)- K

Answer 1

Some fruits are known as citrus fruits because they have a sour taste, and it is due to the presence of a special type of vitamin. This vitamin is also known as an Ascorbic acid or Antiscorbutic acid. This vitamin is soluble in water but insoluble in fat.

Complete answer:
Citrus fruits are those classes of fruits that have a sour taste and this citrus word comes from a Greek word cedar that is used for these because they have the same smell. Most of the citrus fruits are found in Southeast Asia and some common examples of citrus fruits are lemons, lime, oranges, amla, grapefruits, tangerines, etc. Pomela is the largest citrus fruit and it is also known as Chinese grapefruit.
These fruits are rich in a vitamin that is soluble in water and it is insoluble in oils and fats, so it is Vitamin C. It is also known as an Ascorbic acid or Antiscorbutic acid.
Vitamin C can mix with water and it gets destroyed on cooking or prolonged exposure to air. Close pans and pressure cookers must be used to avoid the loss of vegetables rich in Vitamin C. Vitamin C can increase the resistance of the body towards diseases.
Some diseases that are caused by the deficiency of Vitamin C are Scurvy (bleeding of gums), Pyorrhea (loosening and bleeding of teeth), etc.

Therefore, the correct answer is an option (b)- C.

Note:
Doctors recommend around daily dosage of Vitamin C for the proper functioning of the body is 75 mg. Vitamin C also helps the cuts and abrasion to heal properly and maintains healthy skin.