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What is the consequence of the eye not having tears to remove bacteria?
Serious infection that can lead to blindness if not treated on time
What is the primary effect of Vitamin D on the body?
Increasing the absorption of calcium from the intestinal tract
What is the chemical formula for Vitamin D?
C28H44O
What are the two main forms of Vitamin D?
Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol) and Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)
How do humans obtain Vitamin D3?
By exposing the skin to sunlight, which converts 7-dehydrocholesterol to Vitamin D3
Learn about fatty acids and non-fatty acid-containing lipids such as steroids, including cholesterol, bile salts, and steroid hormones. Understand the characteristics of fatty acids, their occurrence in nature, and their biological functions.
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