Which of the following is an essential amino acid?
A
Arginine
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B
Tryptophan
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C
Asparagine
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D
Aspartic acid
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Solution
The correct option is B
Tryptophan
Tryptophan is an amino acid needed for normal growth in infants and for nitrogen balance in adults. It is an essential amino acid. This means your body cannot produce it, so you must get it from your diet.