Proteins and Amino Acids

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Which group is NOT attached to the α-carbon in an amino acid?

  • Side Chain (R)
  • Amino group
  • Carbonyl group (correct)
  • Hydrogen atom

What are the building units of proteins?

  • Amino Acids (correct)
  • Nucleic Acids
  • Fatty Acids
  • Carbohydrates

What are amino acids with aliphatic groups in their side chains classified as?

  • Aliphatic amino acids (correct)
  • Aromatic amino acids
  • Polar amino acids
  • Non-polar amino acids

What are proteins polymers of?

<p>Amino acids (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which classification of amino acids is based on the polarity of the side chain?

<p>Polar amino acids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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