Asparagine and glutamine are two important ______ found in plants that contain more nitrogen than amino acids.
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Correct answer: Amides
Amides like asparagine and glutamine are formed from aspartic acid and glutamic acid by adding another amino group. They serve as efficient storage and transport forms of nitrogen due to their high N:C ratio.
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