Which one of the following vitamins is produced by microflora of large intestine?
Correct answer: A. Vitamin K
- A. Vitamin K
- B. Vitamin C
- C. Vitamin A
- D. Vitamin D
Explanation
Vitamin K is majorly synthesized by intestinal microflora. Vitamin K is produced by the microflora (bacteria) present in the large intestine of humans. These bacteria produce various forms of vitamin K, including vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) and vitamin K2 (menaquinone). Vitamin K plays a crucial role in blood clotting and bone metabolism.
Report an error
The more specific you are, the faster it gets fixed. A source beats an opinion.
Prefer email? [email protected]
About Digestion
The human digestive system covers the organs from mouth to anus, the movement of food, and the mechanical and chemical breakdown of carbohydrates, proteins and fats. It also includes the roles of digestive enzymes, bile, absorption through intestinal villi, and the assimilation of nutrients by body cells.
Practise Digestion
690 free Digestion MCQs from Biology, each with the correct answer and an explanation. Unlimited attempts, no account needed.
Discussion
Stuck on an option, or know a faster way to get there? Ask or explain it here.
No comments yet. Be the first to explain this one.
Exams that ask Biology questions like this
Biology is on 8 papers prepared for on TestUstad, and all of them draw the same bank, so this question is worth knowing for every one of them.
More Digestion questions
HCL in gastric juice is secreted by which one of the following cells:
Gastric glands are composed of _ types of cells.
The function of Goblet cells is to secrete:
Which of the following are absorbed in the large intestine?
Saliva is basically composed of water, mucus, amylase and:
In an ecosystem mycorrhizae are an example of: