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1: Building blocks_Proteins make up the hair, nails, muscles etc

2: Hormones_Many hormones are protein in nature; hormones control growth and metabolic activities of the body.

3: Catalytic activities_ Enzymes are globular protein. Enzymes speed up the biochemical reactions and help in digestion.

4: Transport of oxygen_ A protein called hemoglobin contain iron atom which temporarily links with oxygen and releases it throughout the body.

5: Blood Clotting_Fibrinogen is a glycoprotein which helps in healing of wounds. Thus it prevents the blood loss and inhibits the passage of germs.

6: Immunity_ Antibodies are proteins that bind to the pathogens and inhibit their activities.

7: Muscles contractility_Some proteins are responsible for muscles contractility and movement.

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