Which Two Functional Groups Are Always Found in Amino Acids

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which two functional groups are always found in amino acids?

• A)hydroxyl and carboxyl
• B)carbonyl and amino
• C)ketone and amino
• D)carboxyl and amino

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