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Which one of these amino acid cannot be synthesized in our body?
Which one of these amino acid cannot be synthesized in our body?
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The correct option is D Leucine
Amino acids can be classified as essential or non-essential amino acids based on whether they are synthesized in the body or have to be obtained from external sources through food. There are 9 essential amino acids which have to be obtained in our diet. These are: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine.
Leucine
Amino acids can be classified as essential or non-essential amino acids based on whether they are synthesized in the body or have to be obtained from external sources through food. There are 9 essential amino acids which have to be obtained in our diet. These are: histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine.
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