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What elements make up protein molecules?
What elements make up protein molecules?
- Carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen (correct)
- Carbon, hydrogen, sulfur, nitrogen
- Carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, phosphorus
- Carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, iron
Which macronutrient does not contain nitrogen in its molecular structure?
Which macronutrient does not contain nitrogen in its molecular structure?
- Fats (correct)
- Carbohydrates
- Vitamins
- Protein
What are the building blocks that form proteins known as?
What are the building blocks that form proteins known as?
- Monosaccharides
- Nucleotides
- Fatty acids
- Amino acids (correct)
Which element is unique to protein when compared to carbohydrates and fats?
Which element is unique to protein when compared to carbohydrates and fats?
What is the primary role of amino acids in the human body?
What is the primary role of amino acids in the human body?
What is the term used for amino acids that the body cannot produce and must be obtained from food?
What is the term used for amino acids that the body cannot produce and must be obtained from food?
If a body is unable to create a nonessential amino acid, what does it become known as?
If a body is unable to create a nonessential amino acid, what does it become known as?
How many amino acids can the body synthesize on its own without the need to obtain them from food?
How many amino acids can the body synthesize on its own without the need to obtain them from food?
Which term is used to describe amino acids that the body can produce internally and are not required from the diet?
Which term is used to describe amino acids that the body can produce internally and are not required from the diet?
In what circumstances does a nonessential amino acid become essential and require dietary intake?
In what circumstances does a nonessential amino acid become essential and require dietary intake?
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