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Can protein molecules store energy?

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E. Dixon

E. Dixon

E. Dixon
E. Dixon

Answered Feb 12, 2021

The correct answer to this question is Very few cells reproduce. Cell theory is apart of biology. This theory states that the cells are the building block for all things that live. This includes plants and animals. These animals and plants have more than one cell.

Along with that, the cell theory states that the new cells are only made from existing ones. Another fact that the cell theory states is that organisms have the ability to grow and reproduce because of cell division. The discovery of cells is credited to the English scientist, Robert Hooke. He began the study of cells.

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J. Shatner

J. Shatner

J. Shatner
J. Shatner, Content writer, Boston

Answered Feb 12, 2021

Proteins cannot store energy but they can do a lot of things that the body may need. For example, they are meant to do a lot of roles. For example, they would need to work closely with cells to make sure that the different organs of the body will be working properly.

They are also in charge of making sure that the functions of the body will be properly regulated. They are also effective in assisting in the creation of new molecules. Take note that three types of proteins are available and all three will come with different functions that will all be helpful for the body.

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K. Myers

K. Myers

K. Myers
K. Myers, Blogger, Chicago

Answered Feb 10, 2021

No, protein molecules can’t store energy. Proteins are complex organic nitrogenous substances found in the cells of living beings. Protein forms the central position in the functioning of living matter. Protein constitutes over half the dry weight of most organisms. Protein constituents are carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and in rare cases, Sulphur.

There are several functions of protein, which include

1. Protein serves as enzyme catalysis, transport, storage, support, motion, and regulation

2. Protein serves as an important structural element of the body, which includes fibrin, which forms blood clots, hair, etc.

3. Protein serves as circulatory transporters such as hemoglobin and myoglobin

4. It also serves as immunoglobins, and surface antigens serve as a defense system.

5. other types of protein like actin and myosin participate in muscle contraction.

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John Smith

John Smith

John Smith
John Smith

Answered Mar 26, 2017

No, they can't store energy.

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