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Biochemical Molecules and Processes - Vitamins, Coenzymes + Ions PT3 - 14/10/24
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| b group vitamins consists of what? | large group of 8 water soluble b vitamins and derivatives |
| what do all b vitamins play a vital role in? | cellular metabolism |
| having an adequate supply of B vitamins is required for what? | healthy metabolism and efficient energy release in cells |
| how are B vitamins essential cofactors? | as they are water soluble and not stored in the body |
| catabolic metabolism leads to what? | energy production through break down |
| anabolic metabolism leads to what? | bioactive molecules through synthesis |
| vitamin B1? | thiamine |
| vitamin B2? | riboflavin |
| vitamin B3? | niacin |
| vitamin B5? | pantothenic acid |
| vitamin B6? | pyridoxine |
| vitamin B7? | biotin |
| vitamin B9? | folic acid |
| vitamin B12? | cobalamin |
| thiamine? | healthy growth and function of organs and energy production |
| riboflavin? | break down fats and drugs and for energy production |
| niacin? | maintain healthy skin, nerves and digestion and energy production |
| pantothenic acid? | essential for health of brain and nervous system and energy production |
| pyridoxine? | helps body make new RBC and helps keep immune system strong |
| biotin? | healthy hair, nails, and nerve function and energy production |
| folic acid? | make DNA and genetic material during pregnancy it helps reduce risk of certain birth defects eg spina bifida |
| cobalamin? | body's nerve and blood cells require it as adequate levels prevent pernicious anaemia |
| in B1 pyrimidine and thiazol rings link through? | methylene bridge |
| the methylene bridge links what in B1? | pyrimidine and thiazol |
| antagonists? | sulphites (used as food preservatives) attack the methylene bridge |