The function of proteins Select all of the following that serve to provide examples of the functions of proteins. Keratin makes up hair and nails, providing them with strength and support. ATP provides chemical energy for cells. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas in response to increased blood sugar levels. Amylopectin acts as energy storage in plant cells. Estrogen and testosterone are sex hormones produced in the ovaries and testes. Hemoglobin transports oxygen within blood in the body. Lactase is an enzyme that is responsible for breaking down lactose into usable sugars within the stomach. Individuals with blood type A have red blood cells that contain A antigens. Microfilaments within cells are composed of actin and help transport substances.
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