Easy MCQ +4 / -1

The peptide bond is formed between:

  1. A Amino group of one amino acid and carboxyl group of another Correct answer
  2. B Two amino groups
  3. C Two carboxyl groups
  4. D Side chains of amino acids

Solution

Peptide bond (amide bond): -CONH- formed by condensation (loss of H₂O) between α-NH₂ of one amino acid and α-COOH of another.

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: Biomolecules · Topic: Proteins and Amino Acids

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