EBK INTRODUCTION TO CHEMISTRY
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Author: BAUER
Publisher: MCGRAW HILL BOOK COMPANY
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Chapter 17, Problem 3QP
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The functions of proteins in the living system are to be explained.
Concept Introduction:
Proteins have high molecular mass and are composed of the combination of amino acids.
Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins.
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