Which of the following is a characteristic of essential amino acids? (2019)

Practice Questions

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Which of the following is a characteristic of essential amino acids? (2019)
  1. Can be synthesized by the body
  2. Must be obtained from diet
  3. Are not required for protein synthesis
  4. Are only found in animal products

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which of the following is a characteristic of essential amino acids? (2019)
  • Step 1: Understand what amino acids are. They are the building blocks of proteins.
  • Step 2: Learn that there are two types of amino acids: essential and non-essential.
  • Step 3: Know that essential amino acids are those that the body cannot make on its own.
  • Step 4: Realize that because the body cannot produce essential amino acids, they must be obtained from the food we eat.
  • Step 5: Conclude that the characteristic of essential amino acids is that they must come from the diet.
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