Match the following:

(a) Riboflavin 1. Vitamin B6

(b) Thiamine 2. Vitamin B2

(c) Pyridoxine 3. Vitamin B12

(d) Cyanocobalamine 4. Vitamin B1

A : (a) - 2, (b) - 4, (c) - 3, (d) - 1
B : (a) - 2, (b) - 3, (c) - 4, (d) - 1
C : (a) - 2, (b) - 4, (c) - 1, (d) - 3
D : (a) - 1, (b) - 3, (c) - 4, (d) - 2
General Science
Biology
Biomolecules
Topic 4
Vitamins
Answer
Option 3 : (a) - 2, (b) - 4, (c) - 1, (d) - 3
Explanation

The correct answer is (a) - 2, (b) - 4, (c) - 1, (d) - 3.

Key Points

  • Riboflavin
    • It is also known as vitamin B2.
    • Gut bacteria produce riboflavin.
    • It is naturally present in foods and is used as a supplement.
    • It is a key component of co-enzymes involved with the
      • cell growth
      • energy production
      • breakdown of fats
      • steroids
      • medications
    • Excess riboflavin is excreted in the urine.
  • Thiamine
    • Thiamine is also known as vitamin B1.
    • It is a water-soluble vitamin naturally present in some foods like fish and whole grains.
    • It is also used as a supplement.
    • It helps in the growth and function of various cells in the body.
    • Small amounts of Thiamine are stored in the liver.
  • Pyridoxine
    • It is also known as vitamin B6.
    • It is a water-soluble vitamin naturally present in foods and supplements.
    • An active coenzyme form of Pyridoxine is Pyridoxal 5’ phosphate (PLP).
    • Plants synthesize pyridoxine to protect them from the ultraviolet-B rays.
  • Cyanocobalamine
    • It is a manufactured form of vitamin B12.
    • It is used to treat vitamin B12 deficiency that causes pernicious anemia.
    • It is used as an oral injection into a muscle or as a nasal spray.
  • Vitamin
    • It is an organic compound molecule.
    • It is an essential micronutrient required in small quantities for the proper functioning of metabolism.