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The number of amino acids found in proteins that a human body can synthesize is:

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12
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10
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C
5
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14
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Solution

The correct option is A 10
Out of the 20 amino acids, 10 can be synthesized inside the human body and these are called as non essential amino acids.

The remaining 10 cannot be synthesized inside the body and must be taken in diet. They are called as essential amino acids.

Option B is correct.

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