alleryRaw egg white contains avidin, which blocks absorption of what?
ACalcium
BIron
CBiotin
DRetinol
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Biotin
1. The question asks about: Raw egg white contains avidin, which blocks absorption of what?
2. Correct answer: Biotin. avidin is a protein in raw egg whites that inhibits the absorption of biotin...
3. Why the others fail: Cooking deactivates avidin.
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