Essential amino acids are those which:
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Correct answer: Must be provided through diet
Essential amino acids cannot be manufactured by the body in sufficient quantities and must be obtained from food. There are 9 essential amino acids in humans. Non-essential amino acids are those the body can synthesize on its own.
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