A fruit very rich in vitamin C, except?

Appeared in: MNS 2015

Explanation

Mango is the correct answer because it is primarily known as an excellent source of Vitamin A (carotene), not Vitamin C.
Compared to the other options, its Vitamin C content is the lowest, at approximately 16 mg per 100g.
The question requires identifying the exception to fruits that are 'very rich' in Vitamin C, and Mango fits this description best among the choices.

Option A: Orange is incorrect because it is a citrus fruit universally recognized as being very rich in Vitamin C.
Option C: Tomato is incorrect because, while botanically a fruit, it is considered a very good source of Vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene.
Option D: Amla (Indian Gooseberry) is incorrect because it is one of the most potent natural sources of Vitamin C, containing approximately 600 mg per 100g.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Nutritional value of fruits, specifically sources of Vitamin C as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Nurses often provide dietary counseling. Knowing the primary nutrient content of common foods is essential for advising patients on diets to boost immunity (Vitamin C), improve vision (Vitamin A), or aid in wound healing (Vitamin C).
Vitamin C is crucial for collagen synthesis, which is vital for tissue repair and wound healing. It also enhances the absorption of non-heme iron from plant-based foods.
What if? If the question asked for a fruit rich in Vitamin A (carotene), Mango would be the correct answer, as it is an excellent source, important for vision, immune function, and skin health.

How to Approach the Question

First, analyze the question's keyword: 'except'. This means you must find the option that does not fit the described category ('very rich in vitamin C').
Review each option's nutritional profile. Recall or deduce the primary vitamin associated with each fruit.
Amla (Indian Gooseberry) is famous for its extremely high Vitamin C content.
Orange is a classic, well-known source of Vitamin C.
Tomato is also a good source of Vitamin C.
Mango is most renowned for its high Vitamin A (carotene) content.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Nutritional value of fruits, specifically sources of Vitamin C.
Stem keywords: fruit, vitamin C, rich
Lead-in keywords: except
Negative lead-in flag: The question asks for the exception among the options provided.

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