vitamin B2

Question 1

what are the properties of vitamin B2

Answer 1

-water soluble

-unstable at high temperatures

-sensitive to light

-destroyed by alkalis

Question 2

what are the sources of vitamin B2

Answer 2

-meat

-offal

-milk

-fortified breakfast cereals

Question 3

what are the biological functions of vitamin B2

Answer 3

-aids the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats to release energy

-maintains healthy mucous membranes of the body, e.g. eyes and mouth

-aids growth and development in children

Question 4

what are the effects of deficiency of vitamin B2

Answer 4

-tiredness and irritability due to a lack of energy

-a swollen red tongue, sore cracked lips and dry eyes

-stunted or delayed growth in children, leaving them smaller in height than the average for their age