Which of the following is involved in the catalysis of link reaction during aerobic respiration?
A
Vitamin A
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B
Vitamin B1
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C
Vitamin B6
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D
Vitamin K
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Solution
The correct option is B Vitamin B1 Many of the vitamins needed by our bodies are used as coenzymes to help our enzymes to do their jobs. Vitamin B1 is also called as thiamine. Thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP) is a cofactor that is present in all living systems, in which it catalyzes several biochemical reactions. In pyruvate dehydrogenase complex, TPP acts as a coenzyme.