The element that is a component of the vitamin B₁₂ molecule is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The element that is a component of the vitamin B₁₂ molecule is:
A. Magnesium
B. Iron
C. Zinc
D. Cobalt
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Vitamin B₁₂ (cobalamin) contains a cobalt ion at the center of its corrin ring. It is the only vitamin that contains a metal. Iron is in heme, zinc in enzymes, magnesium in chlorophyll.

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