20 Questions
Which group of vitamins are soluble in fat and stored in the liver?
Vitamin A, D, E, K
Why do deficiencies of water-soluble vitamins appear more rapidly than fat-soluble vitamins?
Because the body does not store them in the liver
Which type of vitamins are most likely to result in abnormal metabolism if deficient?
Water-soluble vitamins
What happens if fat-soluble vitamins are taken in large doses?
Toxicity appears
Which group of vitamins does not need bile for absorption?
Both Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C
Which vitamin is essential for the release of energy from carbohydrates and necessary for the normal functioning of the nervous system?
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
What is a symptom of Pellagra, a condition caused by a deficiency in Vitamin B3 (Niacin)?
Rough skin
Which vitamin is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats, and is responsible for growth, repair, and development of body tissues?
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
What is the active form of Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), which plays a key role in various metabolic processes?
Pyridoxal phosphate (PLP)
Which vitamin is involved in DNA synthesis and is a coenzyme for numerous reactions related to folic acid metabolism?
Vitamin B12
What is the main characteristic of water-soluble vitamins in terms of storage?
Rapidly excreted in urine
Which vitamin group is more likely to result in abnormal metabolism if deficient?
Vitamin B complex
What is the characteristic of fat-soluble vitamins in terms of toxicity?
Toxicity appears if taken in large doses
What is the main characteristic of water-soluble vitamins in terms of solubility?
Soluble in water
What is the role of bile in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins?
Needs bile for absorption
Which vitamin is essential for the release of energy from carbohydrates and necessary for the normal functioning of the nervous system?
Vitamin B1
What is a symptom of Pellagra, a condition caused by a deficiency in Vitamin B3 (Niacin)?
Rough skin
Which vitamin is involved in DNA synthesis and is a coenzyme for numerous reactions related to folic acid metabolism?
Vitamin B12
What causes Dry beriberi, characterized by weakness, nerve degeneration, irritability, and poor arm/leg coordination?
Deficiency of Vitamin B1
Which vitamin is formed by the combination of pantoic acid and β-alanine and acts as a cofactor for coenzyme A and acyl carrier protein?
Vitamin B5
Test your knowledge of vitamins with this quiz covering the definition, classification based on solubility, roles in metabolism, manifestations of deficiency, and the functions of fat-soluble vitamins. Learn about the essential organic compounds required in small amounts for optimal health and well-being.
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