An Essential Amino Acid Is One That

Multiple Choice

An essential amino acid is one that:

A) can only be obtained by eating plant and not animal protein.
B) is absolutely required in large quantities for the body to function.
C) is required in amounts of less than 100 milligrams per day.
D) must be converted to glucose in the liver.
E) cannot be made by the body, so it must be supplied in the diet.