BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

VITAMINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following vitamin is also known as cobalamin?
A
Vitamin B11
B
Vitamin B12
C
VitaminB3
D
Vitamin B9
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, is one of 8 B vitamins. All B vitamins help the body convert food (carbohydrates) into fuel (glucose), which is used to produce energy. These B vitamins, often referred to as B complex vitamins, also help the body use fats and protein.

Detailed explanation-2: -Vitamin B12, or cobalamin, is naturally found in animal foods. It can also be added to foods or supplements. Vitamin B12 is needed to form red blood cells and DNA.

Detailed explanation-3: -Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin that is naturally present in some foods, added to others, and available as a dietary supplement and a prescription medication. Because vitamin B12 contains the mineral cobalt, compounds with vitamin B12 activity are collectively called “cobalamins” [1].

Detailed explanation-4: -Fish, meat, poultry, eggs, milk, and other dairy products contain vitamin B12. Clams and beef liver are some of the best source of vitamin B12. Some breakfast cereals, nutritional yeasts, and other food products are fortified with vitamin B12.

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