Protein and Amino Acids
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What elements are present in the molecular structure of proteins?

  • Nitrogen and oxygen only
  • Carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen only
  • Carbon and nitrogen only
  • Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen (correct)
  • Which macronutrient does not contain nitrogen in its molecular structure?

  • Carbohydrates
  • Fats (correct)
  • Proteins
  • None of the above
  • What are the building blocks of proteins?

  • Amino acids (correct)
  • Fatty acids
  • Nucleotides
  • Glucose molecules
  • Which macronutrient is an energy-yielding nutrient?

    <p>Protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many types of elements are present in proteins?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used for amino acids that must be obtained from the foods you eat?

    <p>Essential amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If a body is unable to create a nonessential amino acid, what does it become?

    <p>Conditionally essential amino acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many amino acids can the body make on its own?

    <p>11</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to an amino acid that is considered conditionally essential?

    <p>It becomes essential for certain individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of amino acids can your body not produce and must be obtained from your diet?

    <p>Essential amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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