Pantothenic acid is required for
a. absorption of amino acids.
b. conduction of nerve impulses.
c. regulation of body temperature.
d. metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and protein.
D
Pantothenic acid is part of coenzyme A, required for metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and pro-tein. It is not involved in absorption of amino acids, conduction of nerve impulses, or regulation of body temperature.
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