Protein

Pronunciation
/PRO-teen/
Category
General Biology
Singular
Protein
Plural
Proteins

Definition

Large biomolecules composed of chains of amino acids, essential for various functions in insects, including structural support, enzymatic activity, transport, storage, and signaling.

Etymology

From the Greek 'proteios', meaning 'primary' or 'first place'.

Example

Insect proteins are essential for growth and development.

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