Proteins Contain Both Acidic and Basic R Groups, and Can

question 76

Multiple Choice

Proteins contain both acidic and basic R groups, and can therefore function as

• A) buffers.
• B) energy storage macromolecules.
• C) genetic material.
• D) catalysts.
• E) structural macromolecules.

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