Which of the following is not true of vitamin B12

a. It is found almost exclusively in animal-derived foods.
b. It converts folate to its active form.
c. It helps maintain nerve cells.
d. It depends on intrinsic factor for absorption.
e. It works closely with thiamin.


Answer: E

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