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If an essential amino acid that is needed to make an important protein is missing, then the body must:a. deaminate another amino acid.b. synthesize the amino acid from a fatty acid and nitrogen.c. synthesize the amino acid from glucose and nitrogen.d. substitute a similar amino acid.e. break down existing body proteins to supply it

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e. break down existing body proteins to supply it.

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