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Which of the following are water-soluble vitamins?

Select all that apply.

A.

B6

B.

K

C.

A

D.

E

E.

C

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : A,E

A.    B6 (pyridoxine) is a water-soluble vitamin that plays roles in metabolism, red blood cell production, and the nervous system.
B.    Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin responsible for blood clotting and is not water-soluble.
C.    Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin important for vision, immune function, and skin health, not water-soluble. 
D.    Vitamin E is a fat-soluble antioxidant vitamin, not water-soluble.
E.    Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) is a water-soluble vitamin crucial for collagen synthesis, antioxidant function, and immune support.
 


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. A chocolate-covered ice cream bar is high in sugar and fat, lacking in nutritional value.
B. Popcorn and a juice box can be acceptable, but popcorn might not be suitable for younger children due to choking hazards, and juice boxes are often high in sugar.
C. Peanut butter on apple combines protein from peanut butter with vitamins and fiber from the apple, making it a healthier and more balanced snack choice.
D. Cookies and milk provide sugar and fat without many essential nutrients, not an ideal snack for everyday consumption.

Correct Answer is C

Explanation

A. The duodenum is the first part of the small intestine where a significant amount of digestion takes place, but vitamin B12 is primarily absorbed in the lower part of the small intestine, called the ileum.
B. The stomach plays a role in releasing intrinsic factor, which helps in the absorption of vitamin B12, but the actual absorption occurs in the small intestine.
C. Vitamin B12 absorption primarily occurs in the lower part of the small intestine (ileum), facilitated by intrinsic factors.
D. The large intestine primarily absorbs water and electrolytes; it is not a site for vitamin B12 absorption.

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