Which one of these is most essential for body growth and formation of new cells?

Sugar

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Fats

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Nucleic acid

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Protein

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Solution

The correct option is D Protein
Proteins are body building substances and are an important part of a balanced diet. Meat, eggs and pulses are good sources of proteins. Sugars provide energy instantly and fats provide insulation and are long term energy storage molecules. The nucleic acids are repository of genetic information.

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