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Which type of amino acids are commonly found in proteins?
Which type of amino acids are commonly found in proteins?
- β-amino acids
- α-amino acids (correct)
- γ-amino acids
- δ-amino acids
What is the chemical group attached to the α-carbon in amino acids?
What is the chemical group attached to the α-carbon in amino acids?
- Amino group
- Hydrogen atom
- Side chain (–R) (correct)
- Carboxylate group
How many substituents does the α-carbon in amino acids have?
How many substituents does the α-carbon in amino acids have?
- 2
- 3
- 4 (correct)
- 1
In which configuration can the α-carbon of amino acids exist?
In which configuration can the α-carbon of amino acids exist?
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Are the amino acids in mammalian proteins D-amino acids or L-amino acids?
Are the amino acids in mammalian proteins D-amino acids or L-amino acids?
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