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Question

State whether the following statements are true or false.
Essential amino acids are not synthesized in animals

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True
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False
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Solution

The correct option is A True
  • Essential amino acids are not produced in the body, so they are to be taken from outside.
  • There are 9 essential amino acids; Histidine, isoleucine, leucine, valine, threonine, tryptophan, phenylalanine.
So, the correct option is 'True'.

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