Campbell Biology (12th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0135188741
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Chapter 5 - 5.1 - Concept Check - Page 68: 3

Answer

The amino acids in the proteins in the fish must be hydrolyzed to produce free amino acids, which can then be connected in your body using dehydration reactions.

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This question is asking you to see the connection between synthesis and decomposition, between hydrolysis and dehydration.
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