The Isoelectric PH (PI) of Is Likely to Be

question 24

Multiple Choice

The isoelectric pH (pI) of is likely to be at a pH that is

• A) below pK₁.
• B) at pK₁.
• C) between pK₁ and pK₂.
• D) at pK₂.
• E) above pK₂.

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