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Which structure in the body is formed with the help of proteins?
Which structure in the body is formed with the help of proteins?
- Nerves and neurons
- Bone, cartilage, and muscles (correct)
- Red blood cells
- Lymphatic vessels
What role do proteins play in the body?
What role do proteins play in the body?
- Formation of vitamins and minerals
- Formation of enzymes and protein hormones (correct)
- Formation of carbohydrates and lipids
- Maintenance of blood sugar levels
What is the function of hemoglobin in the body?
What is the function of hemoglobin in the body?
- Maintaining body temperature
- Regulating blood pressure
- Producing white blood cells
- Carrying oxygen from the lung to tissues (correct)
What is the function of plasma proteins, e.g., albumin, in the blood?
What is the function of plasma proteins, e.g., albumin, in the blood?
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What is the role of antibodies in the body?
What is the role of antibodies in the body?
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Study Notes
Proteins in the Body
- Connective tissue is formed with the help of proteins in the body.
Functions of Proteins
- Proteins play a crucial role in the body, providing structure, function, and regulation of various bodily processes.
Hemoglobin Function
- Hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells, carries oxygen from lungs to body tissues and carbon dioxide from tissues to lungs.
Plasma Proteins
- Plasma proteins, such as albumin, help maintain blood pressure and transport various molecules, including hormones, vitamins, and fatty acids, throughout the body.
Antibodies
- Antibodies, also known as immunoglobulins, are proteins produced by the immune system to fight pathogens, such as bacteria and viruses, and protect the body against infections.
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