BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Coenzyme A is an important molecule in carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism and biosynthesis. What vitamin is involved in the synthesis of CoA?
A
B5
B
B6
C
B2
D
B12
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Pantothenate is vitamin B5 and is the key precursor for the biosynthesis of coenzyme A (CoA), a universal and essential cofactor involved in a myriad of metabolic reactions, including the synthesis of phospholipids, the synthesis and degradation of fatty acids, and the operation of the tricarboxylic acid cycle.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) This vitamin is a substrate for the synthesis of the ubiquitous coenzyme A (CoA). Beyond its role in oxidative metabolism, CoA contributes to the structure and function of brain cells via its involvement in the synthesis of cholesterol, amino acids, phospholipids, and fatty acids.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pantothenic acid (PA) is a B vitamin that is a component of coenzyme A (Figure 2). Coenzyme A is necessary for the metabolism of carbohydrates, amino acids, fatty acids, and other biomolecules.

Detailed explanation-4: -Vitamin B5, or pantothenic acid, is naturally present in foods, added to foods, and available as a supplement.

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