Which vitamin is primarily produced in the... - MrProfessor

Practice this MCQ: Which vitamin is primarily produced in the skin in response to sunlight? . Check correct answer and detailed explanation on MrProfessor.

Explanation

The skin synthesizes vitamin D when exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) rays from sunlight. This process converts a cholesterol derivative into cholecalciferol, which is then activated by the liver and kidneys. Other vitamins listed are not produced in the skin via sunlight.