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JAMB Biology 1980 Question 8

Question 8

Food Substances and Enzymes

Human beings require vitamins in their diet because vitamins

  1. A.contain carbohydrates and fats
  2. B.prevent kwashiorkor
  3. C.stimulate the alimentary canal
  4. D.digest proteins in the body
  5. E.influence many important chemical processes in the body.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (influence many important chemical processes in the body.)

Explanation

Vitamins are needed in small amounts to help many chemical reactions (metabolism) in the body; kwashiorkor is prevented by protein.