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Vitamin B12 is also known as ____ .
Question

Vitamin B12 is also known as ____ .

A.

biotin

B.

thiamine

C.

niacin

D.

cyanocobalamin

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (D) Cyanocobalamin

Explanation:

Vitamin B12 is also known as cyanocobalamin, which is the most commonly used and stable form of Vitamin B12.

  • Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin essential for:

    • Formation of red blood cells

    • Proper nerve function

    • DNA synthesis

  • Deficiency of Vitamin B12 can lead to:

    • Megaloblastic anaemia

    • Nerve damage

    • Memory and neurological problems

Information Booster:

  • Other forms of Vitamin B12 include:

    • Methylcobalamin

    • Hydroxocobalamin

    • Adenosylcobalamin

  • Vitamin B12 is mainly found in:

    • Milk and milk products

    • Eggs

    • Meat and fish

  • Vegetarians are more prone to B12 deficiency.

Additional Knowledge:

  • Biotin → Vitamin B7

  • Thiamine → Vitamin B1

  • Niacin → Vitamin B3

  • Vitamin B12 is the only vitamin containing a metal element (Cobalt).

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