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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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