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What are essential and non - essential amino acids ? Give examples.

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Amino acids which are synthesized in the body are known as non - essential amino cells.
Example : Glycine, Alanine.
Amino acids which are not synthesized in the body and must be supplied through the diet are known as essential amino acids.
Example : Lysine, Histidine.
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