Proteins are composed of - correct answer amino acids
In the forming of protein, amino acids are linked by what specific type of bond? - correct answer
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The amino acids that must be supplied by the diet are - correct answer essential
Amino acids that are only essential due to medical conditions or lifespan period are - correct answer conditionally essential
The amino acids present in the diet in amounts that do not meet human needs are known as - correct answer limiting amino acids
The term for combining protein sources to supply all the essential amino acids is - correct answer protein complementation
Characteristics of high-quality protein sources include - correct answer complete protein source, easily digested, high bioavailability
The basic steps involved in protein synthesis include - correct answer cell signaling, translation, transcription
The secondary structure of an amino acid is - correct answer a three-dimensional structure
The quaternary structure of an amino acid is - correct answer several polypeptides forming a protein
Disruption of the shape and structure of a protein occurs by - correct answer development of prions, mutations, denaturing agents
Protein entering the stomach leads to digestive secretions triggered by the release of - correct answer gastrin
The main proteolytic enzymes functioning in the small intestine are released from the - correct answer pancreas
An allergic response is triggered when ________ is absorbed - correct answer large polypeptides
Deamination of amino acids produces the toxic substance, ammonia, which is converted to - correct answer urea
The foods recommended by the MyPlate food guidance system to meet protein needs include - correct answer legumes, lean meats, fat-free or low-fat milk
A vegetarian who restricts all animal foods except dairy is referred to as - correct answer lactovegetarian
A vegetarian who omits all animal foods from their diet is referred to as - correct answer vegan
The mineral deficiencies a vegan is most at risk for include - correct answer iron, zinc, calcium
Which of the following are nonliving proteins that are responsible for mad cow disease and Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease? - correct answer prions
Fatty acids containing 12 or more carbons are classified as - correct answer long-chain fatty acids
The more water-soluble fatty acids are the - correct answer short-chain fatty acids [Show Less]