An important role of proteins in the body includes
a. temperature regulation.
b. acid-base balance.
c. conduction of nerve impulses.
d. elimination of waste products.
B
An important role of proteins in the body includes acid-base balance. Proteins do not have a ma-jor role in temperature regulation, conduction of nerve impulses, or elimination of waste products.
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