Which of the following criteria qualifies a compound as a vitamin?
A. The body is unable to synthesize the compound.
B. The compound is best absorbed if taken in supplement form.
C. The compound is necessary for health, but the body is unable to synthesize enough of the compound to maintain health.
D. The compound prevents chronic disease.
Answer: C
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A. increase; decrease B. decrease; decrease C. decrease; increase D. increase; increase
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false