What is folic acid and why is it important for reproductive fitness?

A: -Collagen is the most abundant protein in the body-Skin, connective tissue, blood vessels. -glue that holds the body together

B: Covalent-electrons between atoms are sharedIonic-an electrostatic attraction between two oppositely charged atomsHydrogen-a relatively weak bond that holds two or more polar covalent compounds together

C: -Folate is an essential nutrient for DNA synthesis. -Since cells reproduce at a fast pace during fetal development(and hence, there is a lot of DNA replication), the highestlevels of folate are needed during pregnancy.

D: Scurvy is a disease caused by a vitamin C deficiency