Question

question 34
in adults there are ____ essential amino acids
a 3
b 5
c 8
d 10

Explanation:

Essential amino - acids are those that the human body cannot synthesize on its own in sufficient amounts and must be obtained from the diet. In adults, there are 8 essential amino - acids: isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and valine.

Answer:

C. 8