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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Fresh foods and fruits contain more of
Options
A Vitamins
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B Proteins
C Carbohydrates
D Fats
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Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Fresh foods and fruits are particularly rich sources of vitamins, especially water-soluble vitamins like vitamin C and various B vitamins. While they also contain carbohydrates, proteins, and some fats, their distinguishing nutritional characteristic is their high vitamin content, which can be degraded by processing, storage, and cooking.

Hint

These essential micronutrients are abundant in fresh produce but are easily lost during processing and storage.

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