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What are proteins?


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  1. Proteins are nitrogenous compounds made up of carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and in some cases sulfur. They are basically made up of amino acids and play a crucial role in the functioning of our body by regulating various processes.
  2. Eg: Keratin, hemoglobin, ATP pump, enzymes.

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