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Retinol, cholecalciferol, tocopherol, and phylloquinone are all names of what? water-soluble vitamins fat-soluble vitamins antioxidants

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The correct answer is fat-soluble vitamins.

The fat-soluble vitamins are soluble in lipids and usually absorbed as fat globules (chylomicrons). They are absorbed via the lymphatic system of the small intestines and then transported into the blood circulation within the body.

Vitamin A (retinol) has an important role in maintaining healthy vision.

Vitamin D (cholecalciferol) is important for bone health and development and it is produced naturally in the human body when the skin is exposed to the sun.

Vitamin E (tocopherol) is an antioxidant that can help the body destroy free radicals.

Vitamin K (phylloquinone) has a role in forming the blood clots.

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