GK
VITAMINS MINERALS COENZYMES AND DEFICIENCY DISEASES
Question
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Which of these is a vitamin A precursor?
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Thiamine
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Pyridoxine
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Cobalamin
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Beta-Carotene
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -A carrot’s main nutrient, beta-carotene (responsible for this root vegetable’s characteristic orange color), is a precursor to vitamin A and helps your eyes to adjust in dim conditions.
Detailed explanation-2: -The human body converts beta carotene into vitamin A (retinol) – beta carotene is a precursor of vitamin A. We need vitamin A for healthy skin and mucus membranes, our immune system, and good eye health and vision. Vitamin A can be sourced from the food we eat, through beta carotene, for example, or in supplement form.
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