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What are the building blocks that form thousands of types of proteins?
What are the building blocks that form thousands of types of proteins?
- Vitamins
- Amino acids (correct)
- Carbohydrates
- Fats
Which macronutrient does not contain nitrogen in its molecular structure?
Which macronutrient does not contain nitrogen in its molecular structure?
- Carbohydrates (correct)
- Vitamins
- Fats
- Protein
How are single amino acids and shorter strands absorbed by the body?
How are single amino acids and shorter strands absorbed by the body?
- Absorbed in the large intestine
- Absorbed through the skin
- Absorbed into the small intestine (correct)
- Absorbed by the liver
Why can strands longer than four amino acids not be absorbed into the small intestine?
Why can strands longer than four amino acids not be absorbed into the small intestine?
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Why do ill or injured individuals need more protein?
Why do ill or injured individuals need more protein?
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What increases a person's need for extra protein according to the text?
What increases a person's need for extra protein according to the text?
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Why do teen and adult males generally require more protein than females of similar age and body type?
Why do teen and adult males generally require more protein than females of similar age and body type?
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