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5. Option a is correct .
Vitamin c helps in the formation of collagen which is an important component of bone. So deficiency of this vitamin C will affect bone health.
6. Option b is correct.
Vitamin k helps in gama carboxylation of osteocalcin protein which is an important protein for maintaining bone strength.
7. Option b is correct .
Increased yogurt consumption will increase calcium in body which is required to maintain bone strength .
Regular exercise also helps in increasing bone density .
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