The primary function of vitamin C in cellular metabolism is to
A. synthesize collagen.
B. add hydroxyl groups to the amino acid proline.
C. maintain iron in its reduced form in the formation of collagen.
D. act as nonspecific reducing agent (electron donor).
Answer: D
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