The PK_a of the Cysteine Side Chain ____ Group Is

question 28

Multiple Choice

The pK_a of the cysteine side chain ____ group is 8.32, so it is about 11% deprotonated at pH ____.

• A) acid, 3.2
• B) amino, 8.5
• C) hydroxyl, 10.2
• D) sulfhydryl, 7.4
• E) none of the above

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