Introductory Chemistry (5th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 032191029X
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-029-5

Chapter 19 - Biochemistry - Exercises - Questions - Page 728: 18

Answer

Proteins are one of the 4 main macromolecules in living things. They are nitrogenous and consist of one or more chains of amino acids. Proteins are tasked with a variety of functions such as breaking down complex molecules as enzymes, fighting infection as antibodies, or offering structural support to body tissues.

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Proteins are one of the 4 main macromolecules in living things. They are nitrogenous and consist of one or more chains of amino acids. Proteins are tasked with a variety of functions such as breaking down complex molecules as enzymes, fighting infection as antibodies, or offering structural support to body tissues.
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