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Explanation Question:

Question is asking about essential amino acid.

Concept: This question is based on classification of amino acids.

Solution:

Essential amino acids are those that the human body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained through diet. There are ten essential amino acids: Arginine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine. threonine, tryptophan and valine. These amino acids are crucial for various bodily functions, including protein synthesis.

Phenylalanine(Phe) is the essential amino acid among the given options.

Final Answer: The Correct option is (D).