Essential Biochemistry - Protein Metabolism (Section 3 - No. 13)
What are the roles of ammonia in the body?
A source of nitrogen for urea synthesis.
A building block for protein synthesis.
A toxic waste product that must be eliminated.
Is used in the synthesis of purines and pyrimidines.
Explanation
Ammonia is a source of nitrogen for urea, a building block for proteins, it is also a toxic waste product used in the synthesis of purines and pyrimidines.
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