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Which nutrient group contains nitrogen and sulfur?
Which nutrient group contains nitrogen and sulfur?
What is the primary function of proteins?
What is the primary function of proteins?
At what age does body protein content reach the adult level?
At what age does body protein content reach the adult level?
What is an essential requirement for normal growth and development?
What is an essential requirement for normal growth and development?
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What does the word 'protein' mean in Greek?
What does the word 'protein' mean in Greek?
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Proteins can provide energy if and when the supply of carbohydrates and fats in the diet is ______.
Proteins can provide energy if and when the supply of carbohydrates and fats in the diet is ______.
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Each gram of protein provides ______ calories.
Each gram of protein provides ______ calories.
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In general, proteins are more expensive than ______.
In general, proteins are more expensive than ______.
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Complete proteins from animal food sources also provide saturated fats and ______.
Complete proteins from animal food sources also provide saturated fats and ______.
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Proteins found in plant foods are incomplete proteins and are of a lower biologic quality than those found in ______ foods.
Proteins found in plant foods are incomplete proteins and are of a lower biologic quality than those found in ______ foods.
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