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Why are proteins necessary in our food? Name one protein deficiency disease of young children. <!--td {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> [Review Questions D2 Pg No. 103 ]

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Protein is a large chemical substance that contains carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen.

Among all the elements, Nitrogen is the most essential element of the protein.

Protein provides the chemical material required for the growth and repair of the tissues and cells of the body.

Sometimes they also help in releasing energy.

Kwashiorkor is a severe protein deficiency, common in young children.