Cats cannot synthesize the amino acid taurine.This means that in cats,taurine
A)is not a required nutrient.
B)is an essential amino acid.
C)must be stored in cellular compartments.
D)is not present in their normal diet.

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Taurine is considered an essential amino acid for cats because they cannot synthesize it on their own and therefore must obtain it through their diet.

Cats Cannot Synthesize the Amino Acid Taurine