What Is a Chain of More Than 50 Amino Acids

question 34

Multiple Choice

What is a chain of more than 50 amino acids called?

• A) protein
• B) triglyceride
• C) nucleic acid
• D) polysaccharide

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Definitions:

Fats

Organic compounds consisting of triglycerides that are insoluble in water and serve as a major energy source for the body.

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds, consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, that are broken down to release energy in the body, including sugars, starches, and cellulose.

Mechanical Digestion

The physical process of breaking down food into smaller pieces without chemical change, typically accomplished by chewing and the action of the stomach.

Chemical Digestion

The process in which large molecules in food are broken down into smaller molecules by the action of digestive enzymes.