Linkage of amino acids in a protein molecule is accomplished by:
a. denaturation
b. peptide bonds
c. transamination
d. connection of acid groups
Ans: b. peptide bonds
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1. To ensure adequate hydration, individuals should drink as much water as possible. 2. Female adolescents should consume about 12 cups of water (9 cups from beverages; 3 cups from foods) daily, whereas male adolescents should consume about 16 cups (13 cups from beverages; 3 cups from foods) daily. 3. Adults and adolescents have the same daily water needs.
Waist circumference indicates central obesity and above certain measurement, disease risk increases
a. true b. false