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Which is an essential amino acid?

A

Serine

B

Aspartic acid

C

Glycine

D

Phenylalanine

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The correct Answer is:
D

For human beings, eight amino acids are essential : Leucine, isoleucine, lysine, methionine phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and valne. So, these are known as essential amino acids. Cannot be synthesised in animal body.
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