30 Questions
Which vitamin is also known as Vitamin B2?
Riboflavin
What is the alternate name for Vitamin B12?
Cobalamin
Which illness is associated with Thiamin deficiency characterized by 'I can't, I can't' and muscle wasting?
Dry Beri-Beri
What is the major function of Thiamin in the body?
Aids in carbohydrate metabolism
Which vitamin is commonly found in citrus fruits and is also known as Ascorbic Acid?
Vitamin C
Which form of Folate is also known as Folic Acid?
Folacin
What is one of the major functions of Vitamin D?
Regulates blood calcium and phosphorus levels
Which condition is characterized by bowed legs and beaded ribs due to Vitamin D deficiency?
Rickets
What acts as a natural sunscreen when it comes to sunlight exposure?
Dark skin
What does aging do to the synthesis of Vitamin D in the body?
Reduces it
Which of the following is NOT a function of Vitamin D?
Enhances muscle strength
How does Vitamin D contribute to calcium levels in the body?
By increasing mobilization from bones
What is the major function of Vitamin K related to blood clotting?
Activating proteins
Which form of Vitamin K is synthesized by colonic bacteria?
Menaquinone
How does Vitamin K participate in the bone mineralization process?
By activating GI proteins
Which food source is NOT rich in Vitamin K?
Olive oil
What effect antagonizes the action of Vitamin K?
Using warfarin
What can lead to a reduced effect of anticoagulant drugs?
Vitamin K deficiency
What can inhibit or destroy Vitamin B6?
Alcohol and prolonged cooking
Which drug can inhibit or destroy Vitamin B6?
INH (used in treating tuberculosis)
What factor can increase the utilization of Vitamin C?
Smoking and aspirin
Which vitamin is exclusively available in animal-derived products?
Vitamin B12
What can enhance the utilization of Vitamin C according to the text?
Stress and heavy metals
Which vitamin can be made from tryptophan?
Niacin
What is the main characteristic of water-soluble vitamins in terms of storage?
Cannot be stored significantly
How are water-soluble vitamins different from fat-soluble vitamins in terms of storage?
Fat-soluble vitamins are stored in the liver, while water-soluble vitamins cannot be stored
What typically happens to excess water-soluble vitamins in the body?
Excreted through urine
Why are water-soluble vitamins less likely to reach toxic levels compared to fat-soluble ones?
Excess amounts are excreted through urine
What is the fate of most water-soluble vitamins if exposed to prolonged cooking or air?
They break down and lose their effectiveness
What is the primary function of most water-soluble vitamins within the body?
Function as coenzymes for various metabolic reactions
Test your knowledge on water-soluble vitamins with this quiz based on a presentation developed by MBPico for FN 110 2nd Semester AY 2021-2022. The quiz covers synthetic vitamins, vitamers, and other key concepts discussed in the presentation.
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