Chemistry-Vitamins

NEET Chemistry Vitamins MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Hard-Class 12

Which of the following statements about vitamins is correct?

A

Vitamins A, D, E, and K are water-soluble vitamins stored in the liver.

B

The term 'vitamine' was originally derived from the words vital and amine, but the 'e' was dropped later.

C

Vitamin pills can be taken without medical advice since excess vitamins are harmless.

D

Vitamins are classified only based on their function in the body, not their solubility.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Statement B is correct as it accurately describes the origin of the term 'vitamine'. Statement A is incorrect because these vitamins are fat-soluble. Statement C is false because excess vitamins can be harmful. Statement D is also incorrect as vitamins are classified based on their solubility in water or fat.

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