The Primary Difference Between the Amino Acids Commonly Found in Proteins

question 47

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between the amino acids commonly found in proteins is in their:

• A) R or variable groups
• B) number of potassium groups
• C) number of phosphate groups
• D) number of carbonyl groups
• E) number of asymmetric carbons

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Definitions:

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