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Biochemical Molecules and Processes - Vitamins, Coenzymes + Ions PT3 - 14/10/24
Question | Answer |
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b group vitamins consists of what? | large group of 8 water soluble b vitamins and derivatives |
what do all b vitamins play a vital role in? | cellular metabolism |
having an adequate supply of B vitamins is required for what? | healthy metabolism and efficient energy release in cells |
how are B vitamins essential cofactors? | as they are water soluble and not stored in the body |
catabolic metabolism leads to what? | energy production through break down |
anabolic metabolism leads to what? | bioactive molecules through synthesis |
vitamin B1? | thiamine |
vitamin B2? | riboflavin |
vitamin B3? | niacin |
vitamin B5? | pantothenic acid |
vitamin B6? | pyridoxine |
vitamin B7? | biotin |
vitamin B9? | folic acid |
vitamin B12? | cobalamin |
thiamine? | healthy growth and function of organs and energy production |
riboflavin? | break down fats and drugs and for energy production |
niacin? | maintain healthy skin, nerves and digestion and energy production |
pantothenic acid? | essential for health of brain and nervous system and energy production |
pyridoxine? | helps body make new RBC and helps keep immune system strong |
biotin? | healthy hair, nails, and nerve function and energy production |
folic acid? | make DNA and genetic material during pregnancy it helps reduce risk of certain birth defects eg spina bifida |
cobalamin? | body's nerve and blood cells require it as adequate levels prevent pernicious anaemia |
in B1 pyrimidine and thiazol rings link through? | methylene bridge |
the methylene bridge links what in B1? | pyrimidine and thiazol |
antagonists? | sulphites (used as food preservatives) attack the methylene bridge |