The number of amino acids found in proteins that a human body can synthesize is:
Correct answer: B. 10
- A. 12
- B. 10
- C. 5
- D. 14
Explanation
The number of essential amino acids is 10. As they are synthesized internally from other amino acids and metabolic intermediates, they do not strictly need to be obtained directly through food.
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