Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Question 10 of 10 • Miami Biology EOC: SC.912.L.18.1: Structure and Function of Macromolecules

Which pair of statements best describes an essential amino acid?

Answer

It is an amino acid that contains peptide bonds. An example is proline.

It is an amino acid that contains nitrogen. An example is aspartic acid.

It is an amino acid that cannot be made by the body. It must be obtained from eating certain foods.

It is an amino acid that can be produced by the body. Vitamin supplements maintain healthy levels.

Catalysts

Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Proteins and Nucleic Acids

QuizMultiple Choice

Question 10 of 10 • Miami Biology EOC: SC.912.L.18.1: Structure and Function of Macromolecules

Answer

It is an amino acid that contains peptide bonds. An example is proline.

It is an amino acid that contains nitrogen. An example is aspartic acid.

It is an amino acid that cannot be made by the body. It must be obtained from eating certain foods.

It is an amino acid that can be produced by the body. Vitamin supplements maintain healthy levels.

Catalysts

Proteins and Nucleic Acids

Proteins and Nucleic Acids