5 Questions
Which vitamin serves as a coenzyme playing a key role in energy metabolism of most cells?
Vitamin B1
What are the active forms of Riboflavin (Vitamin B2)?
Flavin mononucleotide (FMN) and flavin adenine dinucleotide (FAD)
What are the signs of infantile beriberi?
Tachycardia, vomiting, convulsions, and potential death
What characterizes adult beriberi?
Dry skin, irritability, disorderly thinking, and progressive paralysis
What is the function of thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP)?
Serves as a coenzyme in energy metabolism
Learn about the importance of vitamins and minerals in promoting essential biomedical reactions and their functions in the body. This lecture covers the functions of Vitamin C, its role as an antioxidant, and as a coenzyme in hydroxylation reactions.
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