The non-essential amino acid among the following is :
- alanine
- lysine
- valine
- leucine
Answer
(1) alanine
Solution
As per NCERT, amino acids which can be synthesised in the body are known as non-essential amino acids, while those which cannot be synthesised in the body and must be obtained through diet are essential amino acids.
Lysine, valine and leucine are essential amino acids, whereas alanine is non-essential.
Answer: (1)