Protein is:
A) unique in that it is the only dietary component that contains oxygen.
B) important primarily because it builds strong bones and teeth.
C) made up of 20 different amino acids.
D) made up of branches of amino acids combined with branches of glucose.
E) made up of a triglyceride backbone.

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Protein is made up of 20 different amino acids. Option A is incorrect as protein does not contain oxygen exclusively. Option B is incorrect as protein is necessary for muscle mass as well as other functions, but not specifically for strong bones and teeth. Option D and E are incorrect as protein does not contain branches of glucose or a triglyceride backbone.

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