Cold chain maintenance is important for vaccines because:
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Correct answer: It preserves vaccine potency
Vaccines are sensitive biological products that can lose potency if exposed to inappropriate temperatures. Maintaining the cold chain ensures their effectiveness. Breaks in the cold chain may reduce immunogenicity.
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