Protein breakdown produces ____.
A) nitrogen gas
B) carbon dioxide
C) ammonia
D) carbon monoxide
E) oxygen

Question

Protein breakdown produces ____.
A) ​nitrogen gas
B) ​carbon dioxide
C) ​ammonia
D) ​carbon monoxide
E) ​oxygen

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Protein breakdown produces ammonia as a waste product, which can be toxic in high concentrations. The ammonia is then converted into urea in the liver and excreted by the kidneys. Nitrogen gas, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and oxygen are not typically produced during protein breakdown.

Protein Breakdown Produces ____