NEET BIOLOGY

CELL STRUCTURES AND FUNCTION

CELL STRUCTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is not a use of proteins that are created by the cell?
A
Building materials
B
Hormones
C
Enzymes
D
Lubricants
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -However, proteins do not provide energy for metabolism.

Detailed explanation-2: -Enzymes are proteins made up of amino acids and acts as biological catalysts in our body. However, glucose serves the purpose of energy provider for metabolism which is not a protein.

Detailed explanation-3: -Proteins help fight disease, control the rate of reaction and move substances into or out of cells. However, proteins do not store and transmit genetic information and thus the correct answer is A.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cellulose is not made up of proteins.

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