Which of the Following Can Be Considered a Unique Characteristic

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following can be considered a unique characteristic of histidine?

• A) Its side chain is attached to the alpha carbon
• B) It has a basic side chain
• C) It has a side chain that is chemically basic but has an acidic pKa
• D) It is technically an "imino" acid

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Definitions:

Bipolar Disorder

A psychiatric disorder characterized by extreme mood swings, including manic (high) and depressive (low) episodes, affecting a person's energy, activity levels, and ability to carry out day-to-day tasks.

Euphoria

A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

Morbid Thoughts

Thoughts that are excessively concerned with death, disease, or other distressing themes, often seen in various mental health conditions.

Bulimia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by episodes of binge eating followed by compensatory behaviors, such as vomiting, to prevent weight gain.