Using the PKas Shown, What Is the Isoelectric Point of the Amino

question 57

Multiple Choice

Using the pKas shown, what is the isoelectric point of the amino acid tyrosine?

• A) <1.0
• B) 5.5
• C) 7.0
• D) 9.75

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