Biology ยท General Awareness
Vitamins and Nutrition
1,711 Questions
Review essential concepts of human nutrition, focusing on macro and micronutrients. The questions cover vitamin deficiencies, sources, and their physiological roles such as blood clotting and vision. This material is highly relevant for the general science section of various government exams.
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Vitamins and Nutrition Questions
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Vitamin B12 - folic acid
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Vitamin C - nicotinic acid
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Vitamin B5 - pantothenic acid
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Vitamin K - ascorbic acid
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Vitamin B5 is called pantothenic acid. Hence, it is correctly matched.
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Pantothenic acid (B3)
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Thiamin (B1)
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Riboflavin (B2)
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Cyanocobalamin (B12)
D
Correct answer
Explanation
Cyanocobalamin is generally not found in vegetables, It is either synthesised in human colon or has to be consumed in animal foods like liver, fish, meat, egg and milk.
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Nicotinic acid
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Pyridoxine
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Pantothenic acid
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Thiamine
C
Correct answer
Explanation
It acts as a component of CoA and acetyl carrier proteins (ACP).
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Vitamin A
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Vitamin C
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Vitamin E
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Vitamin D
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Citrus fruits are a rich source of vitamin C. Amla has highest vitamin C content.
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Riboflavin
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Thiamine
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Retinol
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Biotin
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Thiamine occurs in outer coat of seeds of many plants like cereals.
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Vitamin B5
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Vitamin B3
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Vitamin B12
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Vitamin B9
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Intestinal absorption of cobalamin (B12) requires the action of enzyme castle's intrinsic factor. Failure of secretion of this enzyme produces vitamin B12 deficiency.
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Cyanocobalamin
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Thiamin
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Pyridoxine
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Pantothenic acid
C
Correct answer
Explanation
It was called as rat anti-dermatitis factor because skin inflammation seemed to increase when food with B6 was eliminated from the diet.
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Vitamin K
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Vitamin B6
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Vitamin A
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Vitamin C
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Vitamin A is a component of retinal pigments, rhodopsin and iodopsin which enables a person to see.
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Vitamin D is uniquely synthesized in human skin when exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation from sunlight. This is why it's often called the sunshine vitamin. Vitamins A, B, and C must be obtained from dietary sources as the body cannot produce them from sunlight.
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Interleukin
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Erythropoietin
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Vitamin B 12
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Vitamin C
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Iron
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Vitamin B 12 is essential for synthesis of DNA.
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Carbohydrates
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Fats
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Proteins
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Vitamins
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Ans-3
Proteins are needed for the growth and maintenance of our body.
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carbohydrates
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proteins
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fats
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vitamins
A
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Explanation
Carbohydrates are the primary ready source of energy for athletes because they are quickly broken down into glucose and used for immediate energy. Carbs replenish glycogen stores in muscles. Fats and proteins provide sustained energy but are slower to metabolize.
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carotene
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iron
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vitamin D
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vitamin A
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Palak (spinach) is indeed rich in iron, which is essential for hemoglobin formation and preventing anemia. While palak also contains vitamin A and some carotene, iron is its most notable nutrient. Vitamin D is not found in palak. Leafy greens like spinach are specifically recommended for iron deficiency.
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Vitamins
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Proteins
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Fats
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Carbohydrates
B
Correct answer
Explanation
Vitamin C is well-known for increasing resistance to infection by supporting immune system function, promoting white blood cell activity, and acting as an antioxidant. It helps protect against colds, flu, and other infections. Vitamins D, B, and A have important functions but are not specifically known for enhancing infection resistance.