All Naturally Occurring Amino Acids

question 5

Multiple Choice

All naturally occurring amino acids:

• A)Have more than one α-carbon atom.
• B)Are uncharged at a pH of 7.
• C)Can only have two pKs.
• D)Are chiral, except glycine.
• E)Occur in nature mainly or exclusively in the optically active D-form.

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Definitions:

Oral Airway

A medical device used to keep the patient's airway open and unobstructed, typically used in emergency situations and during anesthesia.

Postanesthesia Care Unit

A special area in a hospital where patients are monitored and cared for immediately after undergoing anesthesia for surgery until they are stable enough to leave.

Chest Drainage System

A medical apparatus used to remove air, fluid, or pus from the pleural space to help the lungs re-expand and facilitate breathing.

Shortness of Breath

A sensation of not being able to take a deep breath or feeling suffocated, often a symptom of underlying health issues such as heart or lung disease.