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What does protein mean?

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  1. (biochemistry) Any of numerous large, complex naturally-produced molecules composed of one or more long chains of amino acids, in which the amino acid groups are held together by peptide bonds.
  2. (nutrition) One of three major classes of food or source of food energy (4 kcal/gram) abundant in animal-derived foods (ie: meat) and some vegetables, such as legumes. see carbohydrate and fat for the other two major classes
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In abalone, a second major acrosomal protein also evolves extremely rapidly.
The cytoskeleton is the overall name given to protein filaments and motor proteins in the cell.
Dynamic control of protein phosphorylation is necessary for the regulation of many cellular processes, including mitosis and cytokinesis.
When combined with protein powder and berries, this combo can eliminate your daffy java jones.
We estimated the total quantity of protein in the gland by using the BioRad color photometric method.
Also, go easy on how much protein you eat, since large amounts can block calcium absorption.

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