Question

    Which vitamin plays an essential role in the blood

    coagulation process?
    A Vitamin A Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Vitamin K Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Vitamin C Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Vitamin D Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Vitamin K is a fat-soluble nutrient that exists in two primary forms: phylloquinone (found in green leafy vegetables such as collard greens, kale, and spinach) and menaquinones (found in animal products and fermented foods, and also produced by intestinal bacteria). This vitamin is crucial for synthesizing various proteins necessary for blood coagulation and bone formation processes.

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