Nearly All Peptide Bonds Are in the Trans Configuration Because

question 3

Multiple Choice

Nearly all peptide bonds are in the trans configuration because

• A)cis peptide bonds are weaker.
• B)trans peptide bonds are stronger.
• C)cis peptide bonds prevent R groups from interacting.
• D)trans peptide bonds minimize steric hindrance of R groups.

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