Nitrogen Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main nitrogen containing molecules in the body
A
Proteins, nuclei acids, nucleotides, biologically active enzymes, haem- molecules
2
Q
Where do we get nitrogen from/ uses
A
Diet, used for amino acids/ nucleotides
Not fats or carbs
3
Q
Fate of dietary protein
A
Enzymatically hydrolyised into amino acids
4
Q
How is nitrogen excreted
A
Ammonia is turned to water soluble non toxic urea
