Chapter 4 - Vitamins

Which of the following is NOT a fat-soluble vitamin?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin K

Water-soluble vitamins are easily absorbed and excreted by the when taken in excess.

• True

• False

_ can be found in all fat - soluble vitamins

• Carrot

• Egg yolk

• Liver

• Salmon

Which of the following is NOT a function of Vitamin A?

• Essential for the production and maintenance of tissue lining that proctects body organs

• Form visual purple, a pigment in the retina of the eye that allow a person to see in dim light

• Helps in the energy production in the body

• Strengthens body's immunity against infections.

Why is it important for vitamin D to facilitate calcium absorption?

• Allow calcium to be deposited into the bones

• Allow calcium to be converted to energy

• Allow calcium to act as an antioxidant

• Allow calcium to activate enzymes for the synthesis of genetic material in the body