Q. Consider the following statements about Vitamins:
  1. They are Organic compounds
  2. They are water soluble BUT Fat insoluble
  3. They are NOT synthesized in Human body at all
Which among the above statements is/ are correct?

Answer: Only 1
Notes:
  1. Vitamins are organic compounds - This statement is correct. Vitamins are organic molecules that are needed in small quantities for various biochemical functions in the body.
  2. They are water soluble but fat insoluble - This statement is incorrect. Most vitamins are water soluble, meaning they can dissolve in water. Some vitamins like A, D, E and K are fat soluble, meaning they can dissolve in fats/oils.
  3. They are not synthesized in human body at all - This statement is incorrect. Some vitamins like vitamin D and K can be synthesized by the human body. Others like B complex and Vitamin C cannot be synthesized and must be obtained from food.