In what way are the essential amino acids different from nonessential amino acids?

A) Essential amino acids cannot be made and must be obtained from food.
B) Nonessential amino acids are not absorbed by the digestive tract.
C) Nonessential amino acids are not necessary for any proteins we make.
D) Essential amino acids are the ones exclusively used to make enzymes.


Answer: A

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