How does vitamin A affect bone health?
a. It stimulates uptake of calcium from the intestines.
b. It promotes synthesis of specific bone proteins involved in the mineralization process.
c. It assists enzymes that degrade certain regions of the bone, thereby allowing remodeling to occur.
d. It inhibits oxidation of bone mucopolysaccharides, thereby preserving bone crystal integrity and promoting growth.
e. It ensures the formation of healthy bone matrix in utero.
Answer: C
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