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Which of the following is NOT a function of proteins?
A) transport, e.g. haemoglobin which transports O2 in the blood
B) storage, e.g. casein which supplies the nucleotides needed for baby mammals
C) catalysts, e.g. the digestive enzyme pepsin
D) structural support, e.g. collagen in connective tissue
E) defence against foreign substances, e.g. antibodies to combat foreign invaders
B) storage, e.g. casein which supplies the nucleotides needed for baby mammals.
Casein is the chief milk protein. It does not supply the nucleotides needed for baby mammals. Casein supplies amino acids, carbohydrates, calcium and phosphorus.