Digestion and Absorption Question 88
88. Which one of the following vitamins can be synthesized by bacteria inside the gut? [1997]
(a) $B_1$
(b) $C$
(c) $D$
(d) $K$
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Answer : d
Hints & Solution
(d) Vitamin $K$ is a fat soluble vitamin produced in sufficient quantity by intestinal bacteria. Vitamin $B_1$ is a water soluble vitamin, obtained partly from intestinal bacteria and partly from diet. Vitamin D is a fat soluble sterol synthesized in the skin, Vitamin C is obtained specially from citrus fruits.
