Biochemistry: The Molecular Basis of Life
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Author: Trudy McKee, James R. McKee
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Chapter 14, Problem 57TQ
Summary Introduction
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The cause of exhibition of various unpleasant symptoms in a certain class of peopleon the consumption of monosodium glutamate.
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Amino acids are carboxyl and amino group-containing molecules that help in the formation of proteins. Glutamate is one of the amino acids involved in various body functions and
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