Which of the Following is Formed in the Skin When

Question

Which of the following is formed in the skin when it is exposed to sunlight?
A) vitamin A
B) vitamin B
C) vitamin C
D) vitamin D
E) vitamin E

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin when it is exposed to sunlight. The ultraviolet B (UVB) rays in the sunlight convert a precursor chemical in the skin into vitamin D, which is then transported to other parts of the body.