Magnesium is related to vitamin D in that

A. magnesium is required for the activation of vitamin D in the liver.
B. magnesium increases the intestinal absorption of vitamin D.
C. magnesium is required for the synthesis of vitamin D in the skin.
D. All of these choices are correct.


Answer: A

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