What Functions Do Proteins Not Do?
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While proteins are often called the 'workhorses' of the cell, involved in almost every biological process, they do not perform all functions. Misconceptions abound regarding what functions do proteins not do, particularly concerning energy storage and genetic information, roles that are primarily carried out by other macromolecules. Understanding the boundaries of protein function is key to grasping the elegant specialization of cellular biochemistry.
