The recycling system for amino acids in the body is primarily used to:
a. provide fuel for the cells to spare glucose

b. convert nonessential amino acids into essential amino acids.
c. provide the cells with materials to build body proteins.
d. add protein to muscles when there is a shortage of energy from foods.
e. produce immune proteins.


c

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