Of the food items listed below, which is the richest source of Vitamin C?

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  1. Eggs
  2. Citrus fruits
  3. Pulses
  4. Dates

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Option 2 : Citrus fruits
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The correct answer is Citrus fruits.

Key Points

  • Citrus fruits are fruits that contain a large amount of citric acid in them.
  • They are a rich source of vitamin C.
  • The citrus fruits are lemons, limes, oranges, grapefruits, etc.
  • Fragrance oils are aroma oils that contain aromatic substances that are volatile in nature.
  • Aromatic oils are used in cosmetics, candles, flavouring of food, etc. Various fragrance oils are lemongrass, vanilla, sandalwood, rosehip, peppermint, cinnamon, etc.
  • Fragrance oils contain terpenes and terpenoids.
  • Fruit juice is extracted from various fruits, made by the extraction of natural liquid in fruits.
  • Many types of fruit juices can be made, and depending on the type of fruit used, it can be a source of vitamins and minerals.
  • Fruit juices are sources of vitamins such as Vitamin A, C, and minerals such as sodium, potassium, iron, etc.
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