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Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, is produced by certain intestinal bacteria. While it is synthesized by these bacteria in the gut, human absorption primarily occurs through dietary sources, such as animal products. Therefore, while some bacteria can produce it, humans typically need to obtain sufficient B12 from their diet to meet their nutritional needs.
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WHY ARE Vitamin K deficiencies rare?
B. because intestinal bacteria produce vitamin K.
What vitamin cleans the intestinal walls?
B
Why is intestinal bacteria beneficial?
Intestinal bacteria are beneficial because they help in the digestion of food, production of important vitamins like vitamin K and some B vitamins, support the immune system, and help prevent the growth of harmful bacteria in the gut. They play a key role in maintaining overall gut health and are vital for our well-being.
What is the major site of vitamin K and vitamin B formation by bacteria?
The Colon
What two vitamins are made from bacteria in the Gi tract?
Vitamin K and two b vitamins-niacin and thiamine
What is the Role of beneficial bacteria in the alimentary canal?
Produce vitamin k and vitamin b
What vitamin is being made by bacteria in the large intestine?
Vitamin K. This fat soluble is also found in spinach, kale, and other green leafy vegetables.
What bacteria helps to produce of vitamin b?
The large intestine contains bacteria that make vitamins for the body.
What element is vitamin b made of?
of nothing
What type of symbiotic relationship does intestinal bacteria and a human have?
Intestinal bacteria provide us with vitamin b and vitamin k, and they help us digest our food. Your gut provides a very good environment for the bacteria to prosper. Both you and the bacteria benefit. The "type" of symbiotic relationship is mutualistic. see the definition of symbiosis here: http://animaldiversity.ummz.umich.edu/site/glossary/page/s.html
What plays a role in the breakdown of certain types of dietary fiber in the large intestine?
A) Bacteria B) Small intestinal villus cell C) Colonic cells D) Pancreas The correct answer is A) Bacteria
What activities do E. coli bacteria carry out in the human body?
provides Vitamin K and B-Complex
