Question

Name the vitamin formed from carotene, which is a vegetable pigment.
1. Vitamin B
2. Vitamin D
3. Vitamin C
4. Vitamin A

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 4 : Vitamin A

Explanation:

• The Vitamin formed from carotene (ß carotene), which is a vegetable pigment is Vitamin A.
• It is also called Retinol. Deficiency of Vitamin A leads to a disease called Nyctalopia (night blindness) where the patient suffers from poor vision at night. Also, it may cause premature death in children below the age of 5.
• Food rich in vitamin a are Carrots, Spinach, Sweet potato, Lettuce, etc.

• Vitamin D: It is also called Calciferol. It helps in the absorption of calcium dissolved in the blood, It prevents the weakening of bone and tooth.
• Vitamin D also has other functions in the body, including cell growth, neuromuscular and immune function, and reduction of inflammation.
• Vitamin D deficiency can cause rickets in children and osteomalacia in adults. 
• Vitamin B is complex comprising of different vitamins: B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxin), B7(biotin),B9 (folate) and B12 (cobalamin)
• Vitamin C: It is also known as ascorbic acid. It acts as an antioxidant.
•  It is an essential nutrient for the body as it is involved in tissue repair and enzyme-related functions. 
• A deficiency of vitamin C can cause a disease known as scurvy