Biology(Vitamin 2) Flashcards by BEH MING EN Moe

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Vitamin A (retinol) - Sources

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Carrots, Sweet potatoes, Egg yolk, Liver

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Vitamin A (retinol) - Effects of Deficiency

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Night blindness

Xerophthalmia (cornea disorder)

Dry mucous membrane and dry skin

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Vitamin D (calciferol) - Sources

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Fatty fish, Fortified foods, Exposure to sunlight

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Vitamin D (calciferol) - Effects of Deficiency

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Rickets (weak bones) in children

Osteomalacia (softening of bones) in adults

Dental caries

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Vitamin E (tocopherol) - Sources

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Nuts, Seeds, Oils, Fruits, Vegetables, Meats

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Vitamin E (tocopherol) - Effects of Deficiency

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Fatigue

Slow wound healing

Premature aging

Low fertility or sterility

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Vitamin K (phylloquinone) - Sources

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Leafy green vegetables, Vegetable oils, Fruits, Meat, Cheese, Eggs, Soybeans

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Vitamin K (phylloquinone) - Effects of Deficiency

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Excessive bleeding (due to slow blood clotting)

Anaemia

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Fat-soluble vitamins

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A,d,e,k

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Water-soluble vitamins

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B,C,H

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