Question

In animals, pantothenic acid is associated with which of the following?

• A. Synthesis of cholesterol
• B. Synthesis of Coenzyme A
• C. Synthesis of thyroid hormones
• D. Synthesis of hemoglobin

Hint:

Pantothenic acid is vital for energy production and metabolic processes through its role in Coenzyme A synthesis. It is found in a wide variety of foods like eggs, fish, and whole grains.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Pantothenic acid, also known as vitamin B5, is a water-soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in the synthesis of Coenzyme A. Coenzyme A is essential for various biochemical reactions, including the synthesis and breakdown of fatty acids, and the production of acetyl-CoA, which is involved in the citric acid cycle.
- Synthesis of cholesterol is indirectly related to pantothenic acid as Coenzyme A is involved in the synthesis of cholesterol, but pantothenic acid directly facilitates Coenzyme A synthesis.
- Synthesis of thyroid hormones and Synthesis of hemoglobin are not directly related to pantothenic acid, although they are crucial biological processes. Pantothenic acid does not play a direct role in either process.
Thus, the correct answer is option (2): Pantothenic acid is associated with the synthesis of Coenzyme A.