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Except for vitamin `B_(12)`, all other vitamins of group `B_(12)` should be supplied regularly in diet. Why?

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Vitamins**: Vitamins are organic compounds that are essential for normal growth and nutrition. They are required in small quantities in the diet because they cannot be synthesized by the body. 2. **Vitamin B Group**: The B vitamins consist of several water-soluble vitamins that play important roles in cell metabolism. These include B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B6 (pyridoxine), B7 (biotin), B9 (folate), and B12 (cobalamin). 3. **Vitamin B12 Synthesis**: Unlike other B vitamins, vitamin B12 can be synthesized by certain microorganisms present in the human body, particularly in the gut. This means that the body can produce its own supply of vitamin B12. ...
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