Functions Of Vitamins

Question 1

A retinol

Answer 1

Keeps skin and mucus membranes healthy
Necessary for forming of photoreceptors in the retina
Anti-oxidant

Question 2

D calciferol

Answer 2

Promotes absorption of calcium and phosphorus from intestine

Promotes strong bones and teeth

Question 3

E

Answer 3

Anti-oxidant
Protection against ageing
Large quantities prevents deposits of cholesterol in arteries

Question 4

K

Answer 4

Synthesis of proteins for clotting of blood

Question 5

C ascorbic acid

Answer 5

Synthesis of collagen
Maintains health of blood vessels
Maintains connective tissues
Plays role in absorption of iron

Question 6

B1 thiamine

Answer 6

Co-enzyme, important for carbohydrate and amino acid metabolism
Promotes healthy appetite
Prevents constipation

Question 7

B2 riboflavin

Answer 7

Co-enzymes, cellular respiration

Question 8

B3 niacin

Answer 8

Co-enzyme in amino acid metabolism
Production of co-enzyme A
Co-enzyme for synthesis of nucleic acids and red blood corpuscles