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What are proteins?
What are proteins?
- Low molecular weight inorganic compounds
- Simple organic compounds
- Complex inorganic compounds
- High molecular weight organic nitrogenous compounds (correct)
What are amino acids?
What are amino acids?
- Building blocks of proteins (correct)
- Simple sugars
- Byproducts of protein breakdown
- Inorganic compounds
What is the average composition of proteins in terms of carbon?
What is the average composition of proteins in terms of carbon?
- 10%
- 75%
- 25%
- 50% (correct)
How many commonly occurring amino acids contribute to the diversity of proteins?
How many commonly occurring amino acids contribute to the diversity of proteins?
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What is the meaning of 'protein' in Latin?
What is the meaning of 'protein' in Latin?
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What are the building blocks of proteins?
What are the building blocks of proteins?
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What is the chemical composition of proteins in terms of carbon?
What is the chemical composition of proteins in terms of carbon?
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What is the meaning of 'protein' in Latin?
What is the meaning of 'protein' in Latin?
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What contributes to the surprising diversity of proteins found in nature?
What contributes to the surprising diversity of proteins found in nature?
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What are proteins according to the text?
What are proteins according to the text?
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