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A person deficient in Rhodopsin should ...

A person deficient in Rhodopsin should take -

A

Tomatoes

B

Radish

C

Carrots

D

Guavas

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding Rhodopsin**: Rhodopsin is a visual pigment found in the rod cells of the retina. It is crucial for low-light vision and is made up of a protein called opsin and a chromophore called 11-cis-retinal. 2. **Identifying the Role of Vitamin A**: The 11-cis-retinal component of rhodopsin is derived from vitamin A. Therefore, a deficiency in rhodopsin indicates a potential deficiency in vitamin A. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Tomatoes**: These are rich in vitamin C and fibers but not a significant source of vitamin A. - **Radish**: Similar to tomatoes, radishes are also rich in vitamin C and fibers, but they do not provide vitamin A. - **Carrots**: Carrots are well-known for being high in beta-carotene, which the body converts into vitamin A. This makes carrots an excellent choice for someone needing to increase their vitamin A intake. - **Guavas**: Guavas are rich in vitamin C but do not provide a significant amount of vitamin A. 4. **Conclusion**: Given that a person deficient in rhodopsin should increase their intake of vitamin A, the best option among the provided choices is **carrots**. ### Final Answer A person deficient in rhodopsin should take **carrots**. ---
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