Abstract
In this paper the structure of vitamin C, its physical and chemical characteristics, and occurrence are presented. The biological role of ascorbic acid, the human body’s demand for this vitamin, and its deficiency symptoms are specified.
MeSH terms
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Aged
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Aged, 80 and over
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Antioxidants / chemistry
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Antioxidants / metabolism
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Antioxidants / physiology
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Ascorbic Acid / chemistry
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Ascorbic Acid / metabolism
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Ascorbic Acid / physiology*
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Ascorbic Acid Deficiency
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Child
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Child, Preschool
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Female
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Humans
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Infant
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Infant, Newborn
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Male
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Middle Aged
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Vitamins / chemistry
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Vitamins / metabolism
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Vitamins / physiology
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Young Adult
Substances
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Antioxidants
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Vitamins
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Ascorbic Acid