When Two Amino Acids Combine Via a Dehydration Reaction

question 48

Multiple Choice

When two amino acids combine via a dehydration reaction,

• A) a peptide bond is formed.
• B) the R groups are lost.
• C) water is added to begin the reaction.
• D) the carboxyl group of each join together.
• E) the amino group of each join together.

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