
Biochemistry
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TOPIC: Precipitation of Proteins by Heavy Metal Salts
1. In what way can ingestion of heavy metals, such as lead and mercury, be detrimental to the proteins in your body? ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________
2. Why is egg white used as an antidote for lead and mercury poisoning? ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________
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