An Essential Amino Acid Found in the Shortest Supply Relative

question 72

Multiple Choice

An essential amino acid found in the shortest supply relative to the amounts needed for protein synthesis in the body is which type of amino acid?

• A) indigestible
• B) non-essential
• C) reduced
• D) limiting
• E) non-kcalorie

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