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Vitamins and Digestion
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Vitamins and Digestion

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What is the main difference between water-soluble and fat-soluble vitamins in terms of absorption?

  • Water-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the hydrophilic environment, while fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the hydrophobic environment. (correct)
  • Water-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the small intestine, while fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the stomach.
  • Water-soluble vitamins are stored in the body, while fat-soluble vitamins are not generally stored.
  • Water-soluble vitamins are absorbed in the lymph, while fat-soluble vitamins are absorbed into the blood.
  • What is the function of vitamin E in the body?

  • It helps in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins.
  • It helps in the storage of fat-soluble vitamins in the body.
  • It is involved in the coenzyme function of fatty acid metabolism.
  • It acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells from free radicals. (correct)
  • What is the unique feature of vitamin D?

  • It is a fat-soluble vitamin that can be synthesized in the body. (correct)
  • It is an antioxidant that protects cells from free radicals.
  • It is a coenzyme that helps in fatty acid metabolism.
  • It is a water-soluble vitamin.
  • What is the function of the free hydroxyl group in vitamin E?

    <p>It is responsible for the antioxidant properties of vitamin E.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following vitamins has a specific coenzyme function?

    <p>Vitamin K</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for the eight related compounds that make up vitamin E?

    <p>Tocopherols and tocotrienols</p> Signup and view all the answers

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