Introduction

Question 1

Define vitamins

Answer 1

These are chemical compounds that are organic in nature and are found in minimal amounts in our diets

Question 2

Name two types of vitamins

Answer 2

1. Fat soluble vitamins
2. Water soluble vitamins

Question 3

Differences between water soluble and fat soluble vitamins

Answer 3

1. Water soluble vitamins are hydrophilic while fat soluble are hydrophobic
2. Water soluble vitamins are absorbed directly into the blood stream while fat soluble are absorbed into the lymphatic system
3. Water soluble vitamins cannot be stored while fat soluble vitamins can be stored for future use.
4. Water soluble vitamins can be easily destroyed by heating while fat soluble vitamins are less fragile