Multiple choice

What are non-essential amino acids ?

  1. They are non-protein based acids

  2. They are synthetic acids

  3. They cannot be manufactured from other amino acids

  4. They can be manufactured in the body from other amino acids
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Non-essential amino acids are those that an animal's body can synthesize on its own from other compounds. Because the body can manufacture them, they do not need to be directly supplied in the diet.

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