BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

PROTEINS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is a least likely primary function of proteins?
A
to act as an organic catalyst
B
to supply short-term energy
C
to build and repair damaged cells
D
to defend against foreign invaders
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: The choice in the question that is not a major function of proteins is choice “b", the storage of energy for the cell.

Detailed explanation-2: -Protein has many roles in your body. It helps repair and build your body’s tissues, allows metabolic reactions to take place and coordinates bodily functions. In addition to providing your body with a structural framework, proteins also maintain proper pH and fluid balance.

Detailed explanation-3: -However, proteins do not provide energy for metabolism.

Detailed explanation-4: -ATP-Adenosine triphosphate, a nucleotide which is the most important short-term energy storage compound in cells. It is the “energy currency” of the cell, necessary for practically all metabolic activities. Carbohydrate-A type of organic molecule made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.

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