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Which element is essential for the formation of proteins?

1. Oxygen
2. Nitrogen
3. Carbon
4. Hydrogen

Correct answer: Nitrogen

Solution

Proteins contain nitrogen because they are made of amino acids, which have amino groups. Nitrogen is therefore essential for protein formation.

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