The Side Chain Groups of Amino Acids Are Bonded to Which

question 13

Multiple Choice

The side chain groups of amino acids are bonded to which carbon?

• A) The α -carbon.
• B) The β -carbon.
• C) The carbonyl carbon.
• D) Different amino acids have their side chains attached to different carbons.

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