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An Essential Amino Acid Found in the Shortest Supply Relative

Question 9

Question 9

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An essential amino acid found in the shortest supply relative to the amounts needed for protein synthesis in the body is termed a(n) ____ amino acid. ​


A) indigestible
B) non-essential
C) reduced
D) limiting
E) high-quality

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