Which of the following is also known as cobalamin?

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Vitamin B12

Explanation:

• Vitamin B12 is chemically known as Cobalamin because it contains the rare trace element cobalt at its center.

• It is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a vital role in the normal functioning of the brain, nervous system, and the formation of red blood cells.

• It is unique among vitamins as it is found almost exclusively in animal-based foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy.

• The absorption of Vitamin B12 in the body requires a protein called Intrinsic Factor, which is secreted by the stomach lining.

• A deficiency of Vitamin B12 can lead to Pernicious Anemia and various neurological disorders.



Vitamin B12. cyanocobalamin Molecular chemical formula. Infographics. Vector

Information Booster:

• Vitamin B12 is essential for DNA synthesis and fatty acid/amino acid metabolism.

• It is often prescribed as cyanocobalamin or methylcobalamin in supplement form to treat deficiencies.

Additional Knowledge:Vitamin B5 (Option B)

• This is known as Pantothenic Acid.

• It is essential for the synthesis of coenzyme A and is found in almost all food groups (hence the name from the Greek word pantos, meaning "everywhere").

Vitamin B7 (Option C)

• This is known as Biotin (formerly called Vitamin H).

• It is crucial for metabolism and is often associated with the health of hair, skin, and nails.

Vitamin B9 (Option D)

• This is known as Folic Acid or Folate.

• It is extremely important during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus and is involved in nucleic acid synthesis.