Explain 3 functions of protein in the body.

What will be an ideal response?


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producing vital body structures, maintaining fluid balance, contributing to acid-base balance, forming hormones/enzymes/neurotransmitters, contributing to immune function, transporting nutrients, forming glucose, providing a source of energy.

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The main function of vitamin E in the body is to act as a(an):

a. antioxidant. b. peroxide. c. free radical. d. coenzyme. e. enzyme.

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Assuming each has the same number of Calories, which has the greatest nutrient density?

A. 1 small baked potato B. 1 cup orange juice C. 4 Thin Mint Girl Scout cookies D. 1 English muffin

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Lipoproteins are composed of

A. monoglycerides, glycerol, and free fatty acids. B. monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. C. lipases, bile acids, and bicarbonate. D. triglycerides, cholesterol, phospholipids, and proteins.

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