8. which of the following describes why consuming large amounts of vitamin a is more dangerous than
consuming large amounts of vitamin c?
a. vitamin c serves no real purpose in the body.
b. vitamin a is more likely to be stored in the blood.
c. unused vitamin a is stored in the fat cells of the body; therefore, it builds up over time.
d. vitamin a is harsher on the stomach than vitamin c

The statement that correctly describes why consuming large amounts of vitamin A is more dangerous than consuming large amounts of vitamin C is C. Unused vitamin A is stored in the fat cells of the body; therefore, it builds up over time. Vitamins have an essential role in many body functions, such as supporting the metabolism and strengthening the tissues. However, too much of some vitamins may harm the body. The excess of vitamin A can be very dangerous because it dissolves in the fatty tissue where accumulates. Also, it may damage the liver and cause fluid accumulation in the brain. On the contrary, vitamin C is easily dissolved in water and the excess of vitamin C is excreted from the body.