Definition

A type of vitamin that is important for growth and metabolism, found in foods like milk, eggs, and green vegetables.

Example

Riboflavin is essential for maintaining healthy skin and eyes.

Conversation

Have you heard about the benefits of riboflavin?

Yeah, I think it’s really important for our health.

Exactly! It's found in foods like milk and eggs.

Right, and I always try to include those in my diet.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Riboflavin is formed from "ribo-" (derived from ribose, a sugar molecule) and "flavin" (from Latin "flavus", meaning yellow). The word refers to a yellow vitamin that is a derivative of ribose.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ribose' as a sugar and 'flavin' meaning yellow, which helps you remember that riboflavin is a yellow vitamin related to sugar.

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