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Question
Proteins perform many physiological functions. For example some functions as enzymes. One of the following represents an additional function that some proteins discharge?
Options
Antibiotics
Pigment conferring colour to the skin
Pigments making colours of flowers
Hormones
Solution
Hormones
Explanation:
Antibiotics which contain enzymes do contain protein but many antibiotics may not contain enzymes or protein. Pigments are not proteins.
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