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vitamin C
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American Heritage Dictionary - Cite This Source - Share This
a·scor·bic acid       (ə-skôr'bĭk)  Pronunciation Key 
n.   A white, crystalline vitamin, C6H8O6, found in citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, and leafy green vegetables and used to prevent scurvy. Also called vitamin C.


[a-1 + scorb(ut)ic.]

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vitamin c

noun
a vitamin found in fresh fruits (especially citrus fruits) and vegetables; prevents scurvy 

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vitamin C  
A water-soluble vitamin important for healthy skin, teeth, bones, and blood vessels. It is found especially in citrus fruits, tomatoes, potatoes, and green leafy vegetables. A deficiency of vitamin C in the diet causes scurvy. Also called ascorbic acid. Chemical formula: C6H8O6.

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