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Which of the following metal is present in vitamin B12?

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Cobalt
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Copper
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Zinc
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Magnesium
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Solution

The correct option is A Cobalt
Vitamin B12 is also referred to as cobalamin, because it contains a metal ion (cobalt). This makes it the largest and most complex vitamin of all. The vitamin can only be synthesized by bacteria and therefore is mainly present in animal products.

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