Egg protein is a very high quality protein because it

a. Contains all the essential amino acids in a pattern that is optimal for protein synthesis in humans
b. Contains high amounts of one non- essential amino acid
c. has fair digestibility
d. all of the above


Answer: a. Contains all the essential amino acids in a pattern that is optimal for protein synthesis in humans

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