Vitamin E is primarily known for its role as a: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Vitamin E is primarily known for its role as a:
A. Antioxidant protecting cell membranes
B. Coenzyme in energy metabolism
C. Hormone precursor
D. Blood clotting factor
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Vitamin E (Tocopherol) is a fat-soluble vitamin that acts primarily as a powerful antioxidant. It protects cell membranes from oxidative damage by neutralizing free radicals, which are unstable molecules that can damage cells. It also supports immune function and has anti-inflammatory properties. Deficiency is rare but can cause neurological problems and hemolytic anemia.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Biology Questions

Question #1
In animal husbandry, the 'Leghorn' is a high-yielding breed of:
A. Beef cattle
B. Layer chicken (egg production)
C. Broiler chicken (meat production)
D. Dairy cattle

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Leghorn (specifically the White Leghorn) is a highly popular and productive breed of chicken originating from Tuscany, Italy. It is primarily reared as a layer breed for commercial egg production due to its high egg yield, early maturity, and efficient feed conversion. It is not typically used for meat production (broilers like Cornish Cross are preferred for that) or as cattle. Rhode Island Red is another dual-purpose breed, but Leghorn is specifically famous for eggs.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #2
Which of the following is NOT a nitrogenous base found in DNA?
A. Guanine
B. Thymine
C. Adenine
D. Uracil

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
DNA contains adenine, guanine, cytosine, and thymine. RNA contains uracil instead of thymine. This is one of the key differences between DNA and RNA. Uracil pairs with adenine in RNA. The base pairing in DNA is A-T and G-C. In RNA, it is A-U and G-C. Uracil lacks the methyl group present in thymine.

This question belongs to: Science Biology
Question #3
The process of cell death that is programmed and essential for normal development is:
A. Autolysis
B. Phagocytosis
C. Necrosis
D. Apoptosis

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Apoptosis is a genetically controlled, energy-dependent process of programmed cell death that removes unwanted, damaged, or infected cells without causing inflammation. It is vital for development (e.g., separation of digits in fingers) and tissue homeostasis. Necrosis is traumatic cell death causing inflammation. Autolysis is self-digestion after death, phagocytosis is engulfment.

This question belongs to: Science Biology