Water-Soluble Vitamins Quiz

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Which enzyme is involved in oxidative decarboxylation reactions in energy metabolism as a coenzyme role of Vitamin B1?

Pyruvate dehydrogenase

Which condition is associated with Wet Beriberi due to Vitamin B1 deficiency?

Oedema

What is the usual presentation of Vitamin B1 deficiency in alcoholics?

Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome

Which metabolic pathway does Transketolase participate in as a coenzyme role of Vitamin B1?

<p>Pentose phosphate pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which molecule is involved in the reaction catalyzed by α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase, requiring thiamine diphosphate (TDP) as a coenzyme?

<p>α-ketoglutarate</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of chronic deficiency and high carbohydrate intake of Vitamin B1?

<p>Beriberi (weakness)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a non-coenzyme role of Vitamin B1 in nerve conduction?

<p>Needed for nerve membrane Na transport protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Vitamin B1 deficiency on the heart in Wet Beriberi?

<p>Arterioles dilate, fast blood flow and pulse</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which metabolic pathway is Thiamine diphosphate (TDP) (TPP) involved as a coenzyme in energy metabolism?

<p>Oxidative decarboxylation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is water soluble and known for its antioxidant properties?

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

Which vitamin is also known as pyridoxine?

<p>Vitamin B6</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which food item is a good source of thiamin (Vitamin B1)?

<p>Pork, lean (cooked) 3 ounces</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is essential for the formation of red blood cells?

<p>Vitamin B12</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins?

<p>Riboflavin (B2)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is important for the health of the skin, eyes, and immune system?

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

Which vitamin is involved in the production of coenzymes that are essential for energy metabolism?

<p>Vitamin B3</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is important for the synthesis of fatty acids and the production of steroid hormones?

<p>Vitamin B5</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is known for its role in the metabolism of amino acids and the production of neurotransmitters?

<p>Vitamin B6</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which food item is the best source of thiamin (Vitamin B1) per serving?

<p>Pork, lean (cooked) 3 ounces</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a non-coenzyme role of Vitamin B1 in nerve conduction?

<p>Formation of myelin sheath</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical structure of Thiamine diphosphate (TDP) (TPP)?

<p>Pyrimidine ring and thiazole ring</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is associated with Wet Beriberi due to Vitamin B1 deficiency?

<p>Cardiac failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which metabolic pathway is Transketolase involved as a coenzyme role of Vitamin B1?

<p>Pentose phosphate pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of chronic deficiency and high carbohydrate intake of Vitamin B1?

<p>Beriberi</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Vitamin B1 deficiency on the heart in Wet Beriberi?

<p>Dilation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is known for its role in the metabolism of amino acids and the production of neurotransmitters?

<p>Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is important for the synthesis of fatty acids and the production of steroid hormones?

<p>Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic acid)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is involved in the oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate as a coenzyme role of Vitamin B1?

<p>Pyruvate dehydrogenase</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which condition is associated with the nervous system in Dry Beriberi due to Vitamin B1 deficiency?

<p>Muscle wasting and paralysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a non-coenzyme role of Vitamin B1 in nerve conduction?

<p>Nerve membrane Na transport protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which syndrome is the usual presentation of Vitamin B1 deficiency in alcoholics?

<p>Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is associated with Oedema in Wet Beriberi?

<p>Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which metabolic pathway does Transketolase participate in as a coenzyme role of Vitamin B1?

<p>Pentose phosphate pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which molecule is involved in the reaction catalyzed by α-ketoglutarate dehydrogenase, requiring thiamine diphosphate (TDP) as a coenzyme?

<p>α-ketoglutarate</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a synthesis role of Vitamin B1 in energy metabolism?

<p>Synthesis of fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is essential for nerve conduction as a non-coenzyme role?

<p>Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a metabolic function of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)?

<p>Electron carriers in oxidation and reduction reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily intake of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) in mg per MJ?

<p>1.3-1.6</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a food source of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)?

<p>Salmon</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the coenzyme role of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) in the TCA cycle?

<p>FAD</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is associated with Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) deficiency, leading to an inflammatory lesion in the mouth?

<p>Glutathione reductase</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of Flavin mononucleotide, a component of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)?

<p>Electron transport chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) in oxidative/reduction reactions?

<p>Acting as an antioxidant enzyme</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which metabolic process is Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) involved as a coenzyme?

<p>Amino acid oxidation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) in the Mitochondrial electron transport chain?

<p>Donating electrons to the chain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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