Asked by Suci Nabila Putri on Jun 29, 2024

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Which of the following is an example of an incomplete protein food?

A) Eggs
B) Meat
C) Milk
D) Leafy green vegetables
E) Cheese

Incomplete Protein

A protein that lacks one or more of the essential amino acids necessary for the body's tissue construction and repair.

Leafy Green Vegetables

A category of vegetables that includes plants with green, leafy parts eaten as a vegetable, rich in vitamins and minerals.

  • Recognize the roles and categories of proteins, encompassing both complete and incomplete proteins.
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Destiny JamesJul 03, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Leafy green vegetables are considered an example of an incomplete protein food because they do not contain all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own.